Program Overview

Overview of the Online Master of Education in Educational Leadership

The online Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Arizona State University is designed for individuals passionate about reimagining education beyond traditional classrooms. This program prepares students to launch and grow ventures centered on student and community needs, focusing on systemic innovation and entrepreneurial or creative work outside traditional school settings.

Program Details

• The program consists of 10 classes, each lasting 7.5 weeks, totaling 30 credit hours.
• The curriculum balances foundational leadership courses with electives and hands-on experiences aligned with students' goals.
• Students develop expertise in analyzing systemic challenges, building business models, identifying community resources, and navigating education policy.

Choosing the Right Educational Leadership Master's Program

• The Master of Education in Educational Leadership is ideal for those passionate about reimagining education through entrepreneurial or creative work outside traditional school settings.
• The Master of Education in Educational Leadership – Principalship is designed for aspiring principals and district administrators.

Educational Leadership Courses

• Core courses include Educational Leadership Foundations, Leadership for Evidence-Informed Decisions, and Transformative Leadership.
• Elective courses include Coaching and Consultation, Happiness in Leadership, Leadership by Design, Leadership Think Tank, and Leadership via Self-Awareness and Self-Care.

Career Paths

• Graduates are equipped to design, implement, and scale educational solutions across diverse learning contexts.
• Career paths may include charter or microschool leadership, district or network administration, educational startups, independent education consulting, museums, libraries, or cultural centers, and youth-serving nonprofits.

Faculty and Research

• The Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation faculty draws from a range of academic disciplines, including cognitive science, psychology, and economics.
• Faculty seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices, and the effects of education policy.

Application Requirements

• Applicants must have a minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA in the last 60 hours of their bachelor's program or in an applicable master's program.
• All applicants must submit a graduate admission application, application fee, official transcripts, personal statement, up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume, and three letters of recommendation.

Additional Admission Information

• An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency.
• A formal teaching credential is not required, but applicants should have experience working with children or youth in education, community, or enrichment settings.
• The GRE, GMAT, or other test scores are not required.

Tuition and Financial Aid

• The tuition calculator can be used to estimate full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid.
• Most students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.

Accreditation and Rankings

• Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation is recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report.
• Ranked #1 in best online master's in educational administration programs, #1 in best online master's in curriculum and instruction programs, and #1 in best online master's in educational/instructional media programs.