Master of Education in Educational Leadership with Principal Licensure
Through a balanced online and in-class instructional approach, the Master’s in Educational Leadership with Principal Licensure is a 36-credit program completed over three semesters. The courses align with National Educational Leadership Preparation (NELP) standards, embed key Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ educational initiatives, and include an internship that prepares candidates for the required Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ licensure exam and school leadership. The program format is a cohort model that meets on Saturdays to accommodate working professionals. New cohorts begin each summer at the Athens and various regional campuses.
Program Codes:
- Athens Campus: ME6229
- Regional Campus: ME5027
Application Deadline
The application deadline is April 15.
Admissions Requirements
- A completed online application for admission: Degree program code ME6229 (Athens) or ME5027 (Regional)
- Transcripts from all institutions of higher education attended for bachelor’s and master’s education with an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 scale (unless from Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ University)
- Active professional teaching license (or the ability to obtain one before the program begins)
- Three letters of professional recommendation that describe the academic skills and professional potential of the applicant
- Statement of purpose (2-4 pages, double-spaced) to assess the applicant’s writing skills, career commitment, leadership potential, and professional goals
- Current résumé/CV is preferred but not required.
- English Proficiency Requirement: For international applicants who are non-native speakers of English, a minimum TOEFL or IELTS is expected. Please review information about Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ University's English Language Proficiency requirements.
The M.Ed. in Educational Leadership with Principal Licensure program does not permit full-time enrollment in residence at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ University and an I-20 cannot be issued. International students seeking an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership must apply to the non-licensure program (ME5028).
Curriculum
The Master's in Educational Leadership with Principal Licensure prepares students to understand and demonstrate how to promote the current and future success and well-being of each student and adult. To learn more about the program and view course information, visit the official Academic Catalog.
Semester Schedule
| Term | Program of Study | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Summer I | EDLE 6400 The Principalship | 3 |
| Summer I | EDLE 6425, The Role of the Principal in Instruction | 3 |
| Summer II | EDLE 5090 Education and the Democratic Community | 3 |
| Summer II | EDLE 6110 Law for Educational Leaders | 4 |
| Fall | EDLE 6015 Intro to Leadership and Organizational Management | 4 |
| Fall | EDLE 5910 Educational Leadership Internship I | 2 |
| Fall | EDLE 5110 Colloquium in Educational Leadership | 2 |
| Fall | EDRE 5010 Introduction to Educational Research Methods | 3 |
| Spring | EDLE 6980 Educational Leadership Data Gathering Portfolio | 3 |
| Spring | EDLE 5911 Educational Leadership Internship II | 2 |
| Spring | EDLE 6610 School-Community Relations and Education Policy | 4 |
| Spring | EDLE 7071 Comparative Cultures and Education | 3 |
For more information, contact:
Marci Shepard
Program Coordinator
Patton Hall 302R
740.593.0150