Overview

A M.S.E. degree in Instructional Leadership from Samford University is available for candidates who hold a bachelor of science degree from a regionally accredited institution, hold a Class B certification in education and have completed three years successful teaching experience. Instructional Leadership certification provides the candidate with the required credentials to be considered for leadership positions in K–12 schools/systems in Alabama.

Graduates of the Master’s in Instructional Leadership program will have an understanding of the following concepts:

Issues in school finance: in-depth study of taxation, state school finance systems, impact of school finance litigation, budgeting processes and current/emerging issues in school finance.
Management design for school improvement: create a learning environment conducive to school success through the equitable utilization of resources.
Legal and Ethical Issues in Education: learn how local, state and federal laws have played a role in establishing school policies and practices.
Teaching in the diverse classroom: look at the factors that make students diverse and learn to teach to their learning styles.

The curriculum requirement for the program is 30 credit hours. Students must have a 3.25 or higher cumulative GPA at Orlean Beeson School of Education to graduate.

Is This Program for Me?

This program is designed for K-12 professionals with a passion for education and an unwavering belief in the importance of leadership development. If you have a desire to serve the education system in an administrative role, join this program and be pushed to your greatest potential.

Career Opportunities

Educational Administrator
Assistant Principal
Principal
Assistant Superintendent
Deputy Superintendent
Superintendent

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Instructional Leadership
Issues in School Finance
Management Design for School Improvement
Leading K-12 Special Population Programs
Legal and Ethical Issues in Education
Curriculum Design for P-12 Instructional Leaders

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Homewood, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

Possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and a Class B teaching certificate.
Score of at least 295 on the GRE or a score of at least a 396 on the MAT. Waived if applicant has already completed a graduate degree from an accredited university.
Online application for admission
Official GRE or MAT Scores
Official Transcript(s) from all higher education institutions attended
Two letters of recommendation
Dispositions form filled out by current supervisor.
Writing Sample: highlight one problem facing education today
Interview with program director
Portfolio:
Most recent performance appraisal
Evidence of ability to improve student achievement
Evidence of leadership and management potential
Statement of purpose
Summary of program expectations

Work experience

Have obtained three or more years of teaching experience.

Tuition Fees

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19520 USD / year

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19520 USD / year

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19520 USD / year

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Living costs

Homewood

United States

850 - 1300 USD / month

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Graduates of the Master’s in Instructional Leadership program will have an understanding of the following concepts:

Is This Program for Me?

Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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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

Work experience

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Homewood

Financing

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