Master of Science in Educational Administration Online
Whether you plan to become a principal or athletic director, this online master's program provides the expertise you need to be an effective school leader for PreK-12 grade levels and make a positive impact on student success. The 100% online MS Educational Administration with building-level licensure program at ESU empowers you to reach your career goals quickly.
Program Overview
Get to know our online master's in educational administration program
Attain the professional knowledge and expertise you need to become a school principal or athletic director with a Master of Science in Educational Administration with building-level licensure from Emporia State University. This educational administration program is designed to prepare school leaders for managing today's schools at PreK-12 grade levels as unique social systems and complex organizations.
In this leadership program, you will explore contemporary theory, methods and practice to help you develop and maintain a healthy organizational culture that promotes creativity and performance. Taught by experienced practitioners in the field, the rigorous curriculum facilitates leadership for change—as well as developing strategies for teaching and leading a diverse school population.
Core courses include Supervision and Evaluation; School Leadership Theory; Educational Law and Regulations; Supporting Technology Integration for School Leaders—and more.
In this online educational administration program, you will:
- Prepare for licensure in PreK-12 building-level leadership roles as a principal*
- Gain knowledge of terminology, classifications, methods and trends in education
- Develop specific skills, competencies and points of view needed by professionals in the field, including working with others as a member of a team; expressing yourself orally or in writing; and finding and using resources for answering questions and solving problems
- Discuss, analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments and points of view in curriculum, educational research articles and reports, issues and resources in the field of educational technology
- Prepare for licensure in PreK-12 building-level leadership roles as a principal*
- Gain knowledge of terminology, classifications, methods and trends in education
- Develop specific skills, competencies and points of view needed by professionals in the field, including working with others as a member of a team; expressing yourself orally or in writing; and finding and using resources for answering questions and solving problems
- Discuss, analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments and points of view in curriculum, educational research articles and reports, issues and resources in the field of educational technology
This online education program prepares you for roles such as:
- Building Principal
- Assistant Principal
- Athletic Director
- Lead Teacher
- Building Principal
- Assistant Principal
- Athletic Director
- Lead Teacher
Dual-Degree Option: Accelerated online MS in Curriculum & Instruction + MS in Educational Administration
Emporia State University offers you an opportunity to complete both your Master of Science in Curriculum & Instruction and Master of Science in Educational Administration accelerated online programs together, saving you time and tuition compared to completing these programs separately.
When completed together at ESU, the dual-degree option shares a maximum of 15 credit hours.
This option is ideal for if you are:
- Interested in pursuing the Educational Administration program, but do not have the minimum required teaching experience (3 years per KSDE) to start that program. You can begin the C&I program without experience and work to add professional experience for the Ed Admin while completing your C&I.
- A working educator who wants to earn your MS in C&I degree while also completing nearly half of the coursework requirements for the Ed Admin program.
- An educator who wants to become an administrator and also add to your marketability with an advanced degree in curriculum and instruction.
As a dual-degree student, scheduling and pacing of coursework is up to you, but we recommend that you complete your MS in Curriculum & Instruction first, then continue with the remaining coursework for the Ed Admin program. If you pursue the dual-degree option, you will likely find that the C&I concentrations in Curriculum Leadership or Instructional Coach are most relevant to MS in Educational Administration coursework.
Note: As a dual-degree student, you can return at any time for the second program, provided all coursework is completed within a 7-year time frame (starting with the first dual course applied towards the second degree), per university policy.
For more information on the accelerated online dual-degree option, please contact the program’s academic advisor, Megan O’Brien, via email (preferred) at [email protected] or via phone at (620) 341-5091.
Emporia State University offers you an opportunity to complete both your Master of Science in Curriculum & Instruction and Master of Science in Educational Administration accelerated online programs together, saving you time and tuition compared to completing these programs separately.
When completed together at ESU, the dual-degree option shares a maximum of 15 credit hours.
This option is ideal for if you are:
- Interested in pursuing the Educational Administration program, but do not have the minimum required teaching experience (3 years per KSDE) to start that program. You can begin the C&I program without experience and work to add professional experience for the Ed Admin while completing your C&I.
- A working educator who wants to earn your MS in C&I degree while also completing nearly half of the coursework requirements for the Ed Admin program.
- An educator who wants to become an administrator and also add to your marketability with an advanced degree in curriculum and instruction.
As a dual-degree student, scheduling and pacing of coursework is up to you, but we recommend that you complete your MS in Curriculum & Instruction first, then continue with the remaining coursework for the Ed Admin program. If you pursue the dual-degree option, you will likely find that the C&I concentrations in Curriculum Leadership or Instructional Coach are most relevant to MS in Educational Administration coursework.
Note: As a dual-degree student, you can return at any time for the second program, provided all coursework is completed within a 7-year time frame (starting with the first dual course applied towards the second degree), per university policy.
For more information on the accelerated online dual-degree option, please contact the program’s academic advisor, Megan O’Brien, via email (preferred) at [email protected] or via phone at (620) 341-5091.
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Accreditation
The Teachers College at Emporia State is accredited under the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation standards through the CAEP accreditation system, for a period of seven years.
Tuition
Learn more about our affordable tuition
Tuition for the Master of Science in Educational Administration online degree program is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
Tuition is subject to change on an annual basis.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS in Educational Administration | $332 | $996 | $10,956 |
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Dates you need to know
The Master of Science in Educational Administration program is delivered in an online format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year. Choose the start date that's best for you.
| 7 week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2024, Session II | 10/15/24 | 10/1/24 | 10/4/24 | 10/8/24 | 10/11/24 |
| Spring 2025, Session I | 1/13/25 | 1/2/25 | 1/5/25 | 1/6/25 | 1/9/25 |
| Spring 2025, Session II | 3/10/25 | 2/24/25 | 2/27/25 | 3/3/25 | 3/6/25 |
| Summer 2025, Session I | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/1/25 | 5/5/25 | 5/8/25 |
| Summer 2025, Session II | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/19/25 | 6/23/25 | 6/26/25 |
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Admissions
Learn the steps to being admitted to our online program
Your journey begins here! The admission process is the first step toward earning your degree. Be sure to get familiar with these requirements to enroll in the MS Educational Administration online program.
Admission Requirements:
- Official transcripts
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum GPA of 2.75
MS Educational Administration Online Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 2.75 or higher in the last 60 hours of study or an overall GPA average of no less than a 3.0 for a completed master's degree.
- Current state-issued teaching license (or other relevant professional license such as: school psychologist, school counselor, speech-language pathologist). It is strongly encouraged that students submit a copy of the license by the admissions document deadline and required no later than the first day of class. Students who do not submit a copy by first day of class could potentially be dropped from all classes. The license can be uploaded to the Graduate Application Portal or emailed to [email protected].
- Minimum 3 years teaching experience is encouraged for Kansas applicants, as 5 years of teaching experience is required by the State of Kansas to be eligible for the administrative license. Applicants are encouraged to check professional experience requirements outlined by their state licensing organizations.
- No GRE is required
- All online students must complete an ID Verification form. It is strongly encouraged that students complete this form by the admissions document deadline and required no later than the first day of class. This form can be accessed directly through the Graduate Application Portal. Students that do not complete the form by the first day of class could potentially be dropped from all classes.
Official transcripts from all institutions attended can be submitted via a secure electronic service offered by the issuing institution to [email protected] or by selecting Emporia State University on the transcript request form, mailed (or overnighted) to:
Emporia State UniversityGraduate School
Room 313 Plumb Hall
1 Kellogg Circle
Emporia, KS 66801
Students who have obtained a degree from a foreign university/college must have a transcript evaluation from a recommended external source that is a member of NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services). Students will not be allowed to enroll until the evaluation has been received in the Graduate School.
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Courses
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The Master of Science in Educational Administration online curriculum is comprised of 11 courses (33 credit hours).
*Tuition is subject to change on an annual basis.
