Arizona State University's Master of Education in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Principalship is an online program designed for teachers and future administrators who aspire to lead schools and support educators. This program focuses on developing the essential abilities needed for effective school management and qualifies graduates for Arizona principalship certification. Students from outside Arizona should consult their state's education agency regarding local certification requirements. This master's program immerses students in school administration, providing practical experience through an internship with a certified mentor principal. You will learn to leverage institutional initiatives and effective management strategies to enhance student success, improve instruction, and drive positive change within educational settings. The curriculum covers key competencies for roles in school administration and as lead teachers, including data analysis for student outcomes, systemic change, educational equity, curriculum development, and providing effective feedback.
The program's curriculum delves into current issues in school administration, providing the knowledge and skills needed to address real-world challenges. It includes an internship for practical application and culminates in an applied project where students develop solutions to problems observed during their internship.
Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for various leadership and instructional support roles within educational settings. The program equips you with the competencies needed to manage schools, develop curriculum, and lead change effectively.
Ideal candidates are pre-K-12 teachers, instructional coaches, school leaders, district coordinators, or out-of-school time program leaders who can secure full-time access to a school setting and a mentor principal for the internship.
Tuition costs vary based on residency status (Arizona resident, non-resident, international). Online programs do not have an out-of-state tuition rate. Common fees include recreation ($28), Student Service Facility ($100), Student Programs ($35), Health and Wellness ($80), Student Athletic ($100), college-specific fees, and a surcharge fee.
You need a Bachelor's or Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Ideal candidates are pre-K-12 teachers, instructional coaches, school leaders, district coordinators, or out-of-school time program leaders who can secure access to a school setting and a mentor principal for the internship.
The estimated annual tuition for graduate programs is around $13,000 USD. Online programs do not have an out-of-state tuition differential. Additional fees and estimated living costs of around $18,000 per year should also be considered.
The program consists of 11 classes, with each class lasting 7.5 weeks. The total credit hours required for the program is 36.
Graduates are well-prepared for roles such as Administrator, Educational leader, Instructional coordinator, School principal, and Vice principal within educational settings.
You need to meet Graduate College and Mary Lou Fulton College requirements, complete the ASU Graduate Application online, and submit required documents like transcripts and a statement of purpose. International students must also meet specific additional requirements.
The New American University Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship that varies in amount. Recipients must maintain specific academic and enrollment requirements throughout their studies.