Master of Science in Education in Educational Leadership Online
This degree program focuses on areas of learning that include developing dispositions, knowledge, and skills to become a building-level school leader and administrator. Build learning communities that support the success of all students, promote continuous organizational improvement, and integrate theory and practice through authentic, performance-based field activities.
Program Overview
What our online educational leadership master's offers you
The Master of Science in Education in Educational Leadership degree is designed to develop leaders in the educational community. Through this program, you will focus on areas of learning that include designing curriculum, implementing research-based instructional strategies, using assessments for learning, effectively motivating students and managing your classroom. You will also get to choose an elective specializing in elementary, middle or high school curriculum.
Students are required to complete 33 hours of coursework. The Capstone course is the final course taken and requires that all other courses are successfully completed to enroll. Courses are tightly integrated and focused on application-based curriculum. This program is designed especially for working educators, so study on your schedule and finish your degree faster online.
As licensure requirements may change without notice, it is the responsibility of the student to confirm the requirements for licensure in his/her state as it applies to the participation in an out-of-state degree program.
Additional documents
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Within this master's degree, students focus on areas of learning that include:
- Developing dispositions, knowledge and skills to become a building-level school leader and administrator
- Building learning communities that support the success of all students and promote continuous organizational improvement
- Integrating theory and practice through authentic, performance-based field activities
- Developing dispositions, knowledge and skills to become a building-level school leader and administrator
- Building learning communities that support the success of all students and promote continuous organizational improvement
- Integrating theory and practice through authentic, performance-based field activities
As a graduate, you will be prepared for advanced K-12 leadership roles, such as:
- Principal
- Assistant Principal
- District Administrator
- Instructional Coordinator
- Principal
- Assistant Principal
- District Administrator
- Instructional Coordinator
Also available:
A-State offers a variety of graduate programs in a convenient online format. Explore our full range of online graduate programs.
Accreditation
Licensure programs within A-State’s College of Education & Behavioral Science are accredited by CAEP.
Tuition
Pay for your online MSE program by the course
Our Master of Science in Education in Educational Leadership program offers the same affordable tuition to in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included. Tuition may be subject to change on a yearly basis.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
A-State Online dates and deadlines
Our MSE in Educational Leadership online program is designed to be flexible and convenient for working professionals, with accelerated coursework and multiple start dates a year.
Please note that the internship course lasts a full semester and only starts in Fall 1 and Spring 1 of terms.
Please note Summer 1 and Summer 2 terms are 5 weeks in duration for this program.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/18/24 | 1/9/25 | 1/10/25 | 2/28/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/24/25 | 2/28/25 | 3/6/25 | 3/7/25 | 5/2/25 |
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Admissions
Follow our streamlined admission requirements
A-State Online offers a streamlined admission process for both new students and transfers. Students who are interested in the MSE in Educational Leadership online program must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and one year of teaching experience. Make sure to review full admission requirements below. At this time, International students may not be accepted into any Educational Leadership program – only students with a valid US teaching license who are working in a US school district are eligible for this program.
Admission Requirements:
- Minimum 2.75 GPA
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum 1 year of teaching experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with at least 2.75 cumulative GPA (or 3.0 on last 60 hours) on a 4.0 scale
- Minimum of 1 year of teaching experience
- Valid, active US teaching certificate
- Commitment from a building level administrator who will function as your mentor during the program. View acceptable mentors (.PDF)
Note: If you have below a 3.0 cumulative undergraduate GPA and are admitted, you must make a grade of B or better during the first 9 hours of graduate work at Arkansas State University.
Application submission requirements
- Complete online application
- Pay the nonrefundable $30 fee
- Send official transcript(s) from the college/university attended. Official transcripts are sealed transcripts sent from the granting institution.
- Provide proof of valid, active US teaching certificate
- Provide contact information for building level supervisor who will function as your mentor
Submit all documents to:
A-State OnlineP.O. Box 2520
State University, AR 72467
Fax: 870-972-3548
Email: [email protected]
Additional information
While not required for admissions, Teacher/Leader Effectiveness Credentials will be required prior to registering for your first course.
Unless otherwise noted, Arkansas State University has not confirmed if a program has met requirements for an out-of-state licensure. Please refer to the Program Approval Map to determine which programs are eligible to be offered in States and to find relevant State Agency contact information. Eligibility to offer in a State does not guarantee the program will meet State licensure/ certification requirements.
Please contact your State’s Professional License Department/Board to ensure that your chosen distance education program meets your State’s requirements in which you intend to practice.
Additional required documents
As part of the student's portfolio, the following information is required to be completed prior to registering for the 3rd term (second semester):
- Video Essay
- Teacher/Leader Effectiveness Credentials
- Writing Sample
These additional documents are not required to render an admissions decision.
Appeals process
As part of the student's portfolio, the following information is required to be completed prior to registering for the 3rd term (second semester):
- Students who fall below the minimum admission requirements (GPA) or who are denied may send a written letter of appeal, GRE or GMAT scores (may be unofficial), and additional supporting information to [email protected]
Courses
Read about our MSE in Educational Leadership online classes
Students pursuing this degree must complete 33 credit hours, including core courses (30 credit hours) and one curriculum specialization course (3 credit hours). Educators seeking teaching certification in Arkansas must complete an additional course (3 credit hours) on Arkansas history (read more details below).
Visit the Course Registration page to view the course schedule for this degree.
Take one of the following two curriculum courses.