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Online Master’s in Educational Administration
MS in Educational Administration
Using state and national leadership standards, Drexel University’s accredited online master’s degree in Educational Administration is designed to prepare and mentor future elementary and secondary educational leaders with the practical skills and knowledge to become effective school administrators.
What Can I Do with a Master’s in Educational Administration?
Drexel’s online MS in Educational Administration prepares you for school leadership positions in rural, urban, and suburban settings. The program was designed specifically for those wanting to work in K-12 schools.
Salaries for K-12 principals can vary based on location and the school itself. However, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for elementary, middle and high school principals is $98,490.
Program Options
- Principal Certification*
Includes coursework and internship experience that allows you to obtain the PA K-12 Principal Certification - Principal Certification & Special Education Leadership**
Includes coursework and internship experience that allows you to obtain both the PA K-12 Principal Certification and the Supervisor of Special Education Certification - Special Education Leadership**
Includes coursework and internship experience that allows you to obtain the Supervisor of Special Education Certification - Non-Certification Track***
Allows you to complete the master’s degree but does not lead to additional certification
*Requires a state-issued teacher certificate and bachelor’s degree for admission
**Requires a state-issued special education teacher certificate and bachelor’s degree for admission
***Requires a bachelor’s degree for admission
All of the above accredited options are ideal for certified teachers and counselors who aspire to lead the education field to achieve students’ 21st-century learning goals.
This performance-based PDE-approved program develops your ability to:
- Collaboratively lead schools and communities to solve complex problems through a proven framework of leadership methodology
- Educate students to promote and achieve tomorrow’s educational standards
- Mentor and coach teachers in instructional and assessment decision-making, using modern technological tools
- Reflect on and practice new action and research
- Actively Listen, Resolve Conflicts, Speak Publicly, Write Competently and Build Teams
The program has several campus events each year, including World Café sessions, leadership seminars and two orientation sessions. A webinar format is provided for distance learner participation.
Archived Webinars
- Online Open House: MS in Educational Administration
- Online Student Experience Q&A: MS in Educational Administration
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Related Programs
- Graduate Certificate in K-12 Virtual School Leadership
- Graduate Certificate in U.S. Education Policy
- MS in Educational Improvement and Transformation
Drexel University offers a variety of Graduate Minors that can be added to any master's degree program.
State restrictions may apply to some programs.
Courses
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
Option 1: School Principal PK-12 Certification
| Core Courses | ||
| EDAM 510 | Leadership in Educational Contexts and Systems | 3.0 |
| EDAM 700 | Leading in Urban, Rural, and Suburban Settings | 3.0 |
| EDAM 701 | Resource Management, Allocation, and Entrepreneurship | 3.0 |
| EDAM 705 | School Law and Politics | 3.0 |
| EDAM 708 | Integration of Technology with School Instruction and Management | 3.0 |
| EDAM 710 | School Finance and Facilities | 3.0 |
| EDAM 712 | School and Community Partnerships and Relations | 3.0 |
| EDAM 714 | Instructional and Curriculum Leadership | 3.0 |
| EDAM 722 | Evaluation & Assessment Competencies | 3.0 |
| EDAM 724 | Mentoring and Collaborative Leadership | 3.0 |
| Capstone Courses | 9.0-10.5 | |
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EDU 780
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Capstone Research | |
| Select one of the following capstone tracks: | ||
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Practitioner
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EDUP 780
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Practitioner Capstone Course I | |
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EDUP 781
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Practitioner Capstone Course II | |
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Thesis
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EDUT 780
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Thesis Capstone Course I | |
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EDUT 781
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Thesis Capstone Course II | |
| Principal Internship Courses | 6.0 | |
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EDAM 715
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School Principal Internship: Technology | |
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EDAM 716
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School Principal Internship: Finance | |
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EDAM 717
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School Principal Internship: Leadership | |
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EDAM 718
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School Principal Internship: Relations | |
| Total Credits | 45.0-46.5 | |
Option 2: Supervisor of Special Education Certification & Principal Certification
| Principal Certification Courses | ||
| EDCR 510 | Leadership in Educational Contexts and Systems | 3.0 |
| EDAM 705 | School Law and Politics | 3.0 |
| EDAM 708 | Integration of Technology with School Instruction and Management | 3.0 |
| EDAM 710 | School Finance and Facilities | 3.0 |
| EDAM 712 | School and Community Partnerships and Relations | 3.0 |
| EDAM 714 | Instructional and Curriculum Leadership | 3.0 |
| EDAM 715 | School Principal Internship: Technology | 1.5 |
| EDAM 716 | School Principal Internship: Finance | 1.5 |
| EDAM 717 | School Principal Internship: Leadership | 1.5 |
| EDAM 718 | School Principal Internship: Relations | 1.5 |
| Special Education Leadership Certification Courses | ||
| EDEX 710 | School Law & Policy in Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 712 | Instructional & Curriculum Leadership in Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 714 | Development, Supervision, & Support: Special Education Leadership | 3.0 |
| EDEX 716 | Organization & Administration of Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 721 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Special Education Leadership | 1.0 |
| EDEX 722 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Instructional Leadership | 1.0 |
| EDEX 723 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Collaboration & Personnel | 1.0 |
| EDEX 724 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Finance & Management | 1.0 |
| Core Course | ||
| EDAM 722 | Evaluation & Assessment Competencies | 3.0 |
| Capstone Courses | 9.0-10.5 | |
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EDU 780
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Capstone Research | |
| Select one of the following capstone tracks: | ||
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Practitioner
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EDUP 780
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Practitioner Capstone Course I | |
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EDUP 781
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Practitioner Capstone Course II | |
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Thesis
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EDUT 780
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Thesis Capstone Course I | |
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EDUT 781
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Thesis Capstone Course II | |
| Total Credits | 52.0-53.5 | |
Option 3: Supervisor of Special Education Certification
| Core Courses | ||
| EDAM 700 | Leading in Urban, Rural and Suburban Settings | 3.0 |
| EDAM 701 | Resource Management, Allocation and Entrepreneurship | 3.0 |
| EDAM 722 | Evaluation & Assessment Competencies | 3.0 |
| EDAM 724 | Mentoring and Collaborative Leadership | 3.0 |
| Core Certification Courses | ||
| EDAM 708 | Integration of Technology with School Instruction and Management | 3.0 |
| EDAM 710 | School Finance and Facilities | 3.0 |
| EDEX 710 | School Law & Policy in Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 712 | Instructional & Curriculum Leadership in Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 714 | Development, Supervision, & Support: Special Education Leadership | 3.0 |
| EDEX 716 | Organization & Administration of Special Education | 3.0 |
| EDEX 721 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Special Education Leadership | 1.0 |
| EDEX 722 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Instructional Leadership | 1.0 |
| EDEX 723 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Collaboration & Personnel | 1.0 |
| EDEX 724 | Supervisor of Special Education Internship: Finance & Management | 1.0 |
| Elective Course | 3.0 | |
| Capstone Courses | 9.0 | |
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EDU 780
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Capstone Research | |
| Select one of the following capstone tracks | ||
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Practitioner
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EDUP 780
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Practitioner Capstone Course I | |
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EDUP 781
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Practitioner Capstone Course II | |
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Thesis
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EDUT 780
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Thesis Capstone Course I | |
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EDUT 781
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Thesis Capstone Course II | |
| Total Credits | 46.0 | |
Option 4: Non-Certification Track
| Core Courses | ||
| EDAM 700 | Leading in Urban, Rural and Suburban Settings | 3.0 |
| EDAM 701 | Resource Management, Allocation and Entrepreneurship | 3.0 |
| EDAM 702 | School Leadership & Decision Making | 3.0 |
| EDAM 705 | School Law and Politics | 3.0 |
| EDAM 708 | Integration of Technology with School Instruction and Management | 3.0 |
| EDAM 710 | School Finance and Facilities | 3.0 |
| EDAM 712 | School and Community Partnerships and Relations | 3.0 |
| EDAM 714 | Instructional and Curriculum Leadership | 3.0 |
| EDAM 722 | Evaluation & Assessment Competencies | 3.0 |
| EDAM 724 | Mentoring and Collaborative Leadership | 3.0 |
| Capstone Courses | 9.0-10.5 | |
|
EDU 780
|
Capstone Research | |
| Select one of the following capstone tracks: | ||
|
Practitioner
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EDUP 780
|
Practitioner Capstone Course I | |
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EDUP 781
|
Practitioner Capstone Course II | |
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Thesis
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EDUT 780
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Thesis Capstone Course I | |
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EDUT 781
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Thesis Capstone Course II | |
| Non-Certification Track Courses | 6.0 | |
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Professional Electives (Two 3-credit courses)
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| Total Credits | 45.0-46.5 | |
Admissions Criteria
- A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (graduate degree GPAs will be considered along with the undergraduate GPA)
- For the Principal Certification option: A state-issued teaching or counseling certificate
- For the Supervisor of Special Education concentration: A state-issued special education teacher certificate
Required Documents
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
- A completed application
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended
- Two letters of recommendation, professional or academic
- PA Administrative Certificate, Principal K-12: One letter of recommendation must come from the principal of a school where you've worked, and discuss your presentation skills and experiences in leadership roles in a K-12 school setting as well as skills that would have a strong bearing on your success as a school leader and administrator
- Resume
- An essay describing why you're interested in pursuing graduate study in this field
- Include two paragraphs briefly describing your educational philosophy
- PA Administrative Certificate, Principal K-12: Also explain how principals shape learning in K-12 schools
- Additional requirements for International Students
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year 2022-2023 is $1047 per credit. (A 25% tuition savings off Drexel's regular tuition rate of $1396 per credit)
- This program is eligible for Financial Aid.
- Special tuition rates available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of our Partner Organizations
- These rates apply only to new online students and students being readmitted.
- These rates apply only to fully online courses. Hybrid or on-campus courses may have different rates.
- Tuition rates are subject to increase with the start of each academic year in the fall term.
- All students must contact applyDUonline@drexel.edu within the first two weeks of the term to request tuition savings for which they qualify.
- Special rates cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one special rate, you'll be given the one with the largest savings.
- When receiving special tuition plans with Drexel University Online, you may not combine them with other tuition benefits that may be available from Drexel University.
Academic Calendar
2022-2023 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2022
September 19, 2022
December 3, 2022
December 5, 2022
December 10, 2022
Winter 2023
January 9, 2023
March 18, 2023
March 20, 2023
March 25, 2023
Spring 2023
April 3, 2023
June 10, 2023
June 12, 2023
June 17, 2023
Summer 2023
June 26, 2023
September 2, 2023
September 4, 2023
September 9, 2023
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