Education (Educational Administration P-12) EdS
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Program-at-a-Glance (Graduate)
Completion Time:
1-3 years. *pending hours enrolled
Accreditation:
Special Requirements:
1. Statement of Purpose, 2. CV/Resume, 3. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation, 4. Current Educator License (must show at least 3 years of teaching experience), 5. Official GRE Score.
The online Educational Administration Specialist degree is a fully online, part-time degree catered toward people who want to improve their educational leadership skills or move into the field of education. This graduate program allows professionals who have a degree in a specialization other than teacher to segue into a teaching leadership role without having to start their education from scratch.
With a predominately synchronous class structure, this program will prepare students to develop abilities to become effective administrators and leaders in education. For educators looking to making an impact at the collegiate level, check out our online Higher Education doctorate program. Looking for more? Our enrollment coaches are here to help. Click here for more info! This is your life, plus college!
The Graduate School will be authorizing standardized test waivers to applicants to the Summer, and Fall 2021 terms.
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Fall 1
Course | Credits |
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Education Research: Interpretation and Applications
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3 hrs. |
Contextual Dimensions of the Principalship
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3 hrs. |
Spring 1
Course | Credits |
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Introduction to Educational Leadership
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3 hrs. |
Instructional Leadership - Supervision and Professional Development
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3 hrs. |
Summer 1
Course | Credits |
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School Community Relations
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3 hrs. |
Developing and Managing Human Resources
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3 hrs. |
Fall 1
Course | Credits |
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Principal as Resource Manager
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3 hrs. |
Practicum in Educational Administration
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3 hrs. |
Practicum in Supervision
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3 hrs. |
Spring 2
Course | Credits |
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Legal Considerations for School Leadership
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3 hrs. |
Introduction to Educational Statistics
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3 hrs. |
Summer 2
Course | Credits |
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Media Skills for Successful School-Community Relations
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3 hrs. |
Assessing Student Outcomes
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3 hrs. |
Additional Note
Please note that the above information is meant to be a guide and is not official. For further information regarding courses for this degree, see the University Bulletin. Please be aware that not all course choices listed in the University Bulletin are available online. However, sufficient online options are available to complete this degree.
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The online Educational Administration Specialist degree may be completed in two years over six semesters.
You will need a USM application, resume, letter of interest, official transcripts, GRE scores, and three letters of recommendation.
The prospective student must complete the Graduate School admission application online and pay the application fee at http://apps.usm.edu/graduate-school/grad-school-apps/.
No, there is no out-of-state tuition associated with the online program.
Yes, the online Education Administration Specialist degree program is delivered 100% online.
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Admission Requirements
The Graduate School will be authorizing standardized test waivers to applicants to the Summer, and Fall 2021 terms.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the requirements detailed in Admission Requirements and Procedures, applicants must meet the following requirements and submit the following documents:
- Official GRE scores or other acceptable standardized graduate-level exam scores
- Statement of Purpose – In a letter or essay format, describe your professional experiences and goals and how obtaining this degree will help you to realize those goals.
- CV/Résumé
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Copy of current educator license (with at least three years of teaching experience)
This program admits new students each fall. Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Program Requirements and Academic Policies
See General Degree Requirements and General Academic Information.
The University of Southern Mississippi is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools of Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The online Educational Administration Specialist degree is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. That means you can expect a program with the highest standards and quality.
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