Overview

High-Impact Master's Education

The two-year Educational Leadership program of the University of Nevada, Reno is a collaboration between the Washoe County School District (WCSD) and the University of Nevada, Reno. It places emphasis on mentorship, 21st century leadership skills and embedded field experiences.

Why choose Nevada Leads?

Guided by experienced principal mentors, each Nevada Leads student will pursue a Master of Education in Education Leadership degree through participation through an intensive, experiential program of study aligned to the 2015 Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL). The accompanying internship will provide candidates with real world, school-based leadership experiences focused on the skills and dispositions needed to serve as change agents and advocates for equity in 21st century schools.

Key program benefits include:

Schedule of classes that accommodates full-time teaching and work hours, with students taking on average two courses per semester, including summer semester. On average, students will take seven credits per fall and spring semester (includes one credit of internship), and six credits during summer semester, for a total of 37 credits

Newly designed graduate-level content and coursework co-taught by current practicing school leaders and University faculty

Integrated experiential curriculum and a high-quality internship embedded throughout the program of study

Dynamic 21st century instructional models including face-to-face, virtual communities of practice and blended learning opportunities

Placement guidance and support for graduates, along with networking opportunities with top WCSD administrators

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Basic Principles of Educational Administration

Administration of School Staff Personnel

Equity and Administration

Administration and Curriculum Improvement

Supervision and Evaluation of Teaching

School Business Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00

More details

Only spring semester

Language

English

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Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reno, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Three letters that speak to the applicant's potential for success both as a graduate student and as an educational administrator. It is recommended that one letter be from an immediate supervisor, one from a school district officer or university administrator, and one from a university professor. Appropriate variations are acceptable.
Cover Letter

An essay (approximately 1000 words) that communicates your professional goals and career aspirations. You are encouraged to include reference to past accomplishments and how completion of an advanced degree will contribute to the attainment of your future goals.
Although not required, applicants may submit additional information such as a vita that may provide relevant information for assessing professional promise

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18632 USD / year

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Out-of-State

18632 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

Free

Living costs

Reno

United States

860 - 1230 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

High-Impact Master's Education

Why choose Nevada Leads?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Reno

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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