Program Type
Master of Education (MEd)
Program Length
30 Credit Hours
Description
The Master of Education in Administration is specifically designed for individuals who are also seeking to work towards Principal Certification. The program complies with existing standards for professional certification to produce proficient school administrators who are well educated in school administration and organization; effective leadership strategies; campus business management; and federal, state, and local school regulations. Students in this program will also possess the skills necessary to evaluate programs for overall school improvement, implement research to improve instruction and curricula, and understand how diverse populations and special programs affect a school and its community.
Superintendent Certification is available for individuals who already posses a master’s degree in education and certification as a principal.
Principal and Superintendent certifications require department approval.
Evening classes are offered at the main campus and The Woodlands Center. The Master of Education in Administration may also be completed entirely at University Park or entirely through online courses.
Enrollment Semester
Fall, Spring, Summer
Program Offered
Face-to-Face (Evenings)
Online
Hybrid
Tuition and Cost
Additional Program Information
Application Requirements
- Graduate Admissions Application
- Application Fee
- Official transcript from the baccalaureate degree granting institution
- Admission preference given to individuals with a GPA of 3.0 and higher within the last 60 hours
- One Reference Form from a supervisor
- Teacher Service Record
- Personal Essay
- Optional: Official GRE scores (280 minimum)
Academic Advisor
Dr. Barbara Polnick
(936) 294-3859
bpolnick@shsu.edu

