Master of Education in Educational Administration
This 24-month program provides opportunities for educators to develop skills in the areas of school management, law, finance, and instructional supervision to be an effective leader.
- Fast Track 1 Year
- Online Study Mode
- EMI Option
- European Accredited
- Dual Certification
The Master of Education in Educational Administration is a 36-credit program designed for graduate level educators who are presently teachers or administrators in a school setting and have regular weekly access to a school and classrooms. The Master of Education in Educational Administration will provide opportunities for educators to learn and develop skills and strategies in the areas of school management, law, finance, and instructional supervision to be an effective leader.
The goal of the program is to develop scholars-practitioners who will learn and practice advanced skills in designing, implementing and analyzing effective research-based strategies in school leadership so they can provide an active, positive and effective leadership in the school environment. All students enrolled in the Master of Education in Educational Administration degree program will demonstrate and apply knowledge and skills related to PSEL and NELP organization standards. These standards are approved by NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education).
The standards focus on the following areas:
- Effective leadership – using data-based decision making
- Effective teaching – utilizing research-based practices
- Student learning with high expectations for all
- School culture of fairness and respect for all
- Continuous monitoring of progress
- Professional development
- Staff, student, parent, and community involvement
Master’s Degree Admission Requirements
- Successful completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. The degree must be verified on an original transcript duly signed and certified by the Registrar or other responsible officer of the awarding institution directly to Acacia University. Mail or secure electronic delivery is accepted. Applicants submitting transcripts from non-US institutions may be required to have their transcript evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member agency.
- English language competency – Applicants whose first language is not English and do not have a bachelor’s degree from a university in which instruction is conducted in English must provide evidence of English proficiency. The following are accepted exams and minimum scores required for admission:
- 60 on the paper-delivered Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), or 71 on the Internet Based Test (iBT)
- 6.5 on the International English Language Test (IELTS)
- 50 on the Pearson Test of English Academic Score Report
- 100 on the Duolingo English Test
- 55 on the 4-skill Michigan English Test (MET)
- 650/LP on the Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Competency in English (ECCE)
- A minimum score on the College Board Accuplacer ESL Exam Series as follows:
- ESL Language Use: Score of 85
- ESL Listening: Score of 80
- ESL Reading: Score of 85
- ESL Sentence Meaning: Score of 90
- ESL Writeplacer: Score of 4
- Comprehensive Score for all exams of 350
- A minimum grade of Pre-1 on the Eiken English Proficiency Exam.
- A minimum B-2 English proficiency level identified within the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) standards and assessed through various ESOL examinations, including the University of Cambridge.
- For degrees in Education, applicants must demonstrate access to classrooms – confirmation of classroom and connectivity attestation through either a signed form https://www.acacia.edu/required-classroom-and-connectivity-attestation.pdf or declared via the Classroom and Connectivity Access Attestation section in the website admission form.
- The Master of Arts in Elementary Education requires access to elementary classrooms.
- The Master of Arts in Secondary Education requires access to secondary classrooms.
- The Master of Education in Educational Administration prefers a record of at least two years of successful teaching experience and requires access to classrooms.
- The Master of Education in Special Education requires access to Special Education classrooms for implementation of strategies and assignments.
- The Master of Education in English as a Second Language requires access to classrooms with ESL students.
- Ongoing access to computer technology – All Acacia University courses are presented online so each applicant must have a computer and internet access to participate.
- Given a scenario, recommend supervisory practises based on leadership standards, leadership theories, and critical success factors
- Identify characteristics of effective schools and explain opportunities and strategies for improving schools
- For a given instructional need, identify and explain appropriate research-based effective teaching strategies for special education, ESL, and struggling students
- Outline resources and processes for data-based decision making for strategic planning and school improvement
- Develop a plan to implement a Professional Learning Community via a focused culture, climate, and communication strategies in an established school
- Create a team leadership Supervisory Platform that implements your vision for education leadership in terms of duties and responsibilities
- Determine appropriate approaches to developmental supervision and professional development
- Explain pertinent laws related to special needs, discrimination, discipline, and personnel
- Create a supervisory plan that implements both clinical supervision and differentiated supervision
- Explain the role of the principal in managing school facilities and fiscal management
- For a given school setting, propose strategies for community relations, parent involvement, and internal communication
- Complete a Portfolio Project demonstrating research and analysis skills related to a pertinent school topic
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills of the program in a mentored practicum (internship) in both an administrative setting and with online students in the master’s program
- Design a plan for implementing district and state policies to address specific teacher supervision and evaluation issues
| Promoting the current and future success and well-being of each student and adult | PSEL Standards | NELP Standards |
|---|---|---|
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Lead and implement a school mission, vision, and process for continuous improvement that reflects a core set of values and priorities |
Standards 1 & 2 |
Standards 1 & 2 |
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Develop and implement coherent systems of curriculum, instruction, support, and assessment within an inclusive school culture of family, community, and school personnel |
Standards 4 & 8 |
Standards 3 & 4 |
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Demonstrate knowledge and skills of the program in a mentored practicum (internship) in both an administrative setting and with online students in the master’s program |
Standards 1, 3, & 10 |
Standard 5 and 8 |
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Support the school’s professional capacity, engage staff in the development of a collaborative professional culture, and improve systems of staff supervision, evaluation, support, and professional learning |
Standards 6 & 7 |
Standards 5 and 7 |
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Apply knowledge and skills necessary to improve school governance, data-based school resource plans, and operation systems that include fiscal management as well as implementing laws, rights, policies, and regulations |
Standards 5 & 9 |
Standard 6 |
$138.88
Per Credit
Master of Education in
Educational Administration
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | TOTAL COURSE CREDIT/CLOCK HOURS |
| EDA 519 | Child and Adolescent Development | 3 |
| EDA 509 | Essential Instructional Strategies | 3 |
| EDA 539 | Special Needs Students | 3 |
| EDA 599 | Principles of Continuous Improvement | 3 |
| EDA 529 | Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment | 3 |
| EDA 559 | Education Law | 3 |
| EDA 549 | Principles of School Leadership and Management | 3 |
| EDA 569 | Education Finance | 3 |
EDA 579 | Foundations of Education (Secondary Ed) | 3 |
| Foundations of Education (Elementary Ed) | ||
| EDA 589 | Personnel Management and Supervision | 3 |
| EDA 609 | Mentored Practicum/Internship | 3 |
| EDA 619 | Portfolio Project | 3 |
EDA 509 Essential Instructional Strategies
EDA 519 Child and Adolescent Development
EDA 529 Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
EDA 539 Special Needs Students
EDA 549 Principles of School Leadership and Management
EDA 559 Education Law
EDA 569 Education Finance
EDA 579 Foundations of Elementary and Secondary Education
EDA 589 Personnel Management and Supervision
EDA 599 Principles of Continuous Improvement
EDA 609 Mentored Practicum/Administrative Internship
EDA619 Portfolio Project
Tuition
All master’s level courses are $138.88 per credit
Example
The cost for a single 3-credit graduate level course is $416.64
($138.88 x 3)
The total cost for a 36-credit master’s degree program is $5175
($138.88 x 36 + $75.00 one-time application fee + $100 graduation fee)
Fees
*Returning after 12-month or more absence
The Master’s programs at Acacia University are open to professional educators, educational administrators, and other professionals who are interested in advancing their expertise in the field of education. Whether you are a certified teacher or someone looking to deepen your knowledge and expand your career opportunities in primary or secondary education, you will benefit immeasurably from acquiring the skills and in-depth knowledge that will provide you with a superb springboard for advancing your career and for contributing to the betterment of society through learning. Acacia is the premier global provider of that kind of education, with top-flight faculty and at a very affordable price.
Acacia University recognizes the prior learning of admitted students by awarding credit for courses at the graduate level that have been earned at an accredited institution and that are documented through official transcript when the credit is applicable to the student’s degree program at this institution. Acacia University may award transfer credits not to exceed a maximum of fifty percent (50%) of the credits required for all master’s and doctoral degree programs through transfer credit. Credit awarded for experiential or equivalent learning cannot exceed twenty-five per cent (25%) or nine (9) of the credits required for a master’s degree.
Courses accepted for transfer credit must be relevant to the program of study, equivalent in both content and degree level, and not more than ten years old. Credits from another degree cannot be transferred or used for an additional degree at Acacia University.
Acacia University has full discretion to accept or reject transfer credits from other institutions. Students should be aware that credits earned at Acacia University may or may not be accepted by another institution depending upon its own programs, policies, and regulations. Students planning to use credits from Acacia University as transfer credits for a graduate degree in another institution should contact the Admissions Office of such institution in advance of applying.
Most Acacia courses require no textbook. For those courses that do require a textbook, it is the responsibility of the student to purchase or rent the textbook prior to the start of the course. Acacia does not sell or lease textbooks. Students may purchase or rent in any format (hardback, e-textbook, new, used, etc.) but must use the assigned edition. Prices at the time of the current student handbook publication are listed here, but are subject to change. Prices listed are from the publisher, however, students may purchase from any source.
Tuition and fees are payable at the time of registration for each course. Students will not receive official grade reports, transcripts, or be awarded a degree until all financial obligations have been met. Students who have outstanding financial obligations to Acacia University will not be permitted to register for future courses unless special arrangements have been approved through the Finance Office.
Students may pay by check, money order, wire transfer, or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover). International students must pay with U.S. currency. Students whose employers will be invoiced for tuition shall submit a billing authorization form prior to the second week of class in lieu of course payment.
Military tuition assistance (TA) students may be eligible for a deferral of tuition once their DA 2171 Form has been completed, authorized, and received by Acacia University.
Veterans Affairs Educational Benefits
In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679(e), Acacia University adopts the following additional provisions for any students using the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post-9/11 G.I. Bill® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while payment to the institution is pending from VA. Acacia University will not:
- Prevent the student’s enrollment;
- Assess a late penalty fee to the student;
- Require the student to secure alternative or additional funding;
- Deny the student access to any resources (access to classes, libraries, or other institutional resources) available to other students who have satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution.
However, to qualify for this provision, such students may be required to:
- Produce the VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) by the first day of class;
- Provide a written request to be certified;
- Provide additional information needed to properly certify the enrollment as described in other institutional policies
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Acacia University offers graduate degrees for educators to achieve their professional goals. Completion of a degree program in itself does not constitute having a professional credential. Professional certifications and licenses are governed by boards empowered via State laws and/or professional organizations and commissions. Therefore, Acacia programs are NOT a pathway to teacher licensures in the US.
This information is provided per U.S. Federal Regulations, 34 CFR § 668.50 (2016 Rules), 34 CFR § 668.43 (2019 Rules), and in compliance with the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) Manual version 19.2.
Acacia University is an approved institution of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) which allows the university to provide distance learning programs and coursework to students located in states other than Arizona. NC-SARA approval does not grant reciprocity or exemption from state professional licensing requirements.
