Educational Administration, MS

Offered fully online – 30 SCH, the Master’s in Educational Administration provides a flexible learning experience tailored for working professionals.  

The program prepares graduates for leadership roles in PK–12 settings and includes preparation for the Texas principal certification exams. 

Obtain T-TTESS and AEL certifications through coursework. 

Develop strong instructional leadership practices that equip students to lead schools through data-informed decision-making, and collaborative problem-solving to address real-world challenges.  

Explain, evaluate, and apply knowledge across the core functional areas of educational administration—including Instructional Leadership, Human Capital, Executive Leadership, School Culture, and Strategic Operations—to lead effective PK–12 schools.  

Design and implement evidence-based practices that improve instructional quality, foster student achievement, and support continuous school improvement. 

Exhibit ethical leadership by designing, articulating, and stewarding educational programs and initiatives grounded in reflective practice.  

Demonstrate a deep understanding of leadership theory and practice, promote inclusive school environments, and advance both personal and professional growth to meet the evolving demands of school leadership. 

A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00 and a graduate GPA of 3.00 on the last 60 semester credit hours of undergraduate work and any previous work in graduate school; 

Completion of The Goal Statement (300 to 400 words) as required on the application form to detail reasons for pursuing a graduate degree in Educational Administration and certification in the principalship; and, 

Completion of the Program Attestation Form. 

A score of 3. The Goal Statement is evaluated by department faculty holistically on a scale of 1 – 3; however, applicants who have submitted all required application documents, but who do not meet the minimum GPA of 3.00, may enroll in a conditional status in courses approved by the chair of the department. (See “Conditional Status ” in the “Admissions” section of the Graduate Catalog.)  

Stage 2 of the process includes an interview with a rubric, If the candidate is successful at Stage 2, the Program Coordinator will notify admissions of the decision. An official principal certification program admissions letter will be sent to the candidate, which the candidate will digitally sign and return, indicating the candidate acceptance of the admission offer. The signed admissions letter must be returned by the census date noted on the letter.  

Note: Such students must achieve a GPA of 3.00 or higher in the specified courses. After completing at least 6 semester credit hours with a GPA of 3.00 or higher at this University, applicants may continue the application process for the program.