Educational Leadership, M.A.
Northeastern Illinois University's Master of Arts in Educational Leadership is named the best program in the state and 20th overall in the nation on GradReports list of 2020 Best Colleges.
Students may select one of two concentrations:
- Higher Education Leadership
- School Leadership (PreK-12)
Program objectives for the concentrations have been designed to develop exemplary administrative leaders and to foster their continuing growth and effectiveness. Specifically, students in the School Leadership (PreK-12) concentration develop competencies related to effective leadership, educational management practices, and staff development at the school level. This concentration leads to The State of Illinois Principal Endorsement.
The Higher Education Leadership (ENLACE) concentration provides knowledge and skills related to the history and development of colleges, universities, and community colleges, and to effective administrative practices at that level. It stresses an understanding of administrative and supervisory skills for the development and support of instructional systems at the collegiate level.
Credit hours required: 36
Admission Information
The program's School Leadership (PreK-12) concentration admits students for the the fall, spring and summer semesters.
The program's Higher Education Leadership (ENLACE) concentration admits students for the fall semester only. Find out more information about ENLACE's admission procedures.
Take a closer look at the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and the courses offered toward the degree.
If you are interested in the program or have questions, please contact the Department of Literacy, Leadership, Development and Special Education.
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