Overview

Objectives

The International School Leadership program was designed to address key educational leadership themes and challenges identified by the Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE).

Offered in partnership with PLS 3rd Learning, Wilkes University shares a commitment to improve the quality of international school leaders across the globe.

Why Study International School Leadership at Wilkes?

Our program develops the leadership, instructional, and management skills needed to advance and excel in an international school leadership career. The 30-credit program includes seven courses targeting critical leadership topics for international educators. The three remaining courses in the program provide research, educational technology, and communication skills essential for a well-rounded leader.

Recognized by AAIE, this program of study will allow you to earn your Master of Science in Education with a major International School Leadership.

What Will You Learn as an International School Leadership Student?

You’ll learn how to manage school operations and monitor resources for a safe and effective learning environment while complying with various global, cultural, political, and legal contexts.
After completing a core of intercultural communication, educational research, and technology leadership, you’ll be well prepared to develop rigorous and relevant course content using proven strategies and the latest technology trends.
You’ll gain a strong understanding of how to develop a vision and mission that’s shared and how to build a culture of integrity by committing to ethical leadership practices.
You’ll explore how to collaborate with community members, boards, and other stakeholders to ensure meaningful partnerships that can support the school’s mission and vision.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Vision and Mission to Guide International Schools
Leading for Staff and Student Learning in International Schools
Governance in International Schools
International School Management and Leadership
Building and Sustaining a Healthy International School Culture
Ethical Leadership in International Schools

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

Fall: Aug. 1 if you reside in the U.S. and have a valid visa
Spring: Dec. 10 if you reside in the U.S. and have a valid visa.

Language

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Wilkes Barre, 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit a Wilkes University Graduate Application for Admission,
Pay the required one-time, non-refundable application fee,
Submit two letters of recommendation,
Submit a copy of your teaching certificate, if applicable. See the note on exceptions below for more details.
Submit official transcripts from all of the undergraduate universities attended while obtaining the bachelor's degree, including teacher certification and, any master's degrees earned.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17640 USD / full

≈ 17640 USD / full
Out-of-State

17640 USD / full

≈ 17640 USD / full
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17640 USD / full

≈ 17640 USD / full

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for International School Leadership.

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Overview

Why Study International School Leadership at Wilkes?

What Will You Learn as an International School Leadership Student?

Programme Structure

Key information

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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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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