High Point University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.Ed. - Educational Leadership

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Educational Leadership program prepares experienced K-12 teachers to serve as educational leaders. It is intended to relate to the needs of educators in both theory and practice. It is designed for candidates who have a baccalaureate K-12 teaching license and at least three years of successful public/private school experience. The program requires 36 semester hours including a sequence of three internship experiences, totaling 6 credit hours. In order to be licensed by the state, candidates must demonstrate proficiency on a set of evidences which are aligned to the Education Leadership coursework and the internship experiences. The curriculum provides foundations in the principles of school executive leadership and organizational management, strategies for improving school culture and using data for improvement.

Accreditation:

The Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.

Eligibility Requirements:

Current k-12 teaching license.

# of Credits Required:

36

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--General

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999