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Online M.Ed. School Leadership Track

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We uniquely designed our school leadership track to offer working professionals across the country an online master’s in educational leadership from one of the nation’s top online graduate education programs. Students who take the typical course load can complete the program in just two years.

Graduates of this program are prepared for future school and district leadership positions of leadership at the school and district levels. The school leadership track offers the opportunity to earn eligibility for Florida Level 1 Educational Leadership certification, which is required to become an assistant principal or principal in Florida public schools.

 

Program Overview

Aspiring school leaders can pursue Florida Department of Education certification for public school leadership roles or explore pathways for leadership in private, charter, microschools, and out-of-state environments while enrolled in this program. We prepare leaders to be visionaries who partner with students, families, and communities to innovate and lead in a changing educational environment.

The online master’s in educational leadership focuses on developing skills in:

  • Educational Administration
  • Leadership
  • Management
  • Navigating Education Law
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
Key topics covered in required courses include:

  • Finance
  • Human Resources
  • Instructional Leadership
  • School Law
  • Leadership Communication

The program is delivered entirely online, offering flexibility for working professionals who wish to advance their careers while continuing to work full time.

Online Master’s in Educational Leadership Program Highlights

Graduates of our programs are empowered to make a difference in their community through the practical, hands-on learning opportunities required to complete this program. With mentoring, support for practicing school leaders, and the Florida Department of Education-required field experience, our graduates are prepared to step into new roles confidently.

Knowledgeable, student-centered faculty and experienced administrators deliver all coursework. Our faculty brings a wealth of practical experience and cutting-edge research into the classroom, ensuring that the coursework delivered is applicable for experts working in our rapidly evolving education ecosystem.

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    M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Program Requirements

    • A bachelor’s, master’s, or terminal degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a degree deemed equivalent by the University of Florida Office of Admission.
    • A minimum grade point average of 3.0 upper-division (last 60 credits) undergraduate work.
    • An acceptable graduate grade point average for previous graduate work.
    • Students completing the certification track are eligible for Level 1 certification from the state of Florida after completing three years of teaching experience.

    Program Highlights

    Entry: Spring, Summer, Fall
    Typical Course Load: 6 credits per semester
    Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time or Part-Time
    Application Deadline: February 15th (Summer), June 15th (Fall), and October 15th (Spring)
    Average Class Size: 10-15 students
    Program Completion: ~2 years
    COURSEWORK FOR SCHOOL LEADERSHIP TRACK: Students enrolled in this track will take 32 credits (Program Plan) in courses aligned to leading schools and the Florida Educational Leadership Standards (FELS).