The Department of Educational Administration and Policy offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Education (M.Ed.), Master of Arts in Education (M.A.E), Specialist in Education (Ed.S.), Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), and Doctor of Philsophy (Ph.D.). Joint degree programs are also available. The following degrees are offered:
Educational Leadership
The Educational Leadership program is ideal for vice principals, principals, district directors and supervisors, assistant superintendents, school business managers, teachers aspiring to acquire administrative roles within the K-12 system, and educational leaders of other organizations.
Higher Education Administration
The Higher Education Administration program has been established for students aspiring to become community college and university professors, administrators, deans, and presidents.
Student Personnel in Higher Education
The Student Personnel in Higher Education program is designed to prepare students for professional positions in student affairs in institutions of higher education.
Certificate Programs/Concentrations
- K-12 Certification Program
- Educational Leadership Modified Certification Program
- Policy Concentration
All programs are structured to meet the needs of the individual student. Past experiences, stated needs, and professional goals are considered in the development of the individual student's program. Students seeking admission to the certification program in Educational Leadership must have a minimum of one year full-time successful teaching experience with teacher certification.
Departmental courses are offered in the day and evening hours. Some courses are offered on the weekend, as well. The Department of Educational Administration and Policy also offers some of its courses at different locations for the convenience of students traveling long distances.
