Overview
Students in the Educational Leadership program of the Northeastern Illinois University 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.
Career Options
The Higher Education Leadership concentration prepares students for careers in higher education areas such as:
- College Admissions and Recruitment
- College Multicultural Centers
- College Residential Life
- Student Affairs
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Evaluation Of Certified & Support Staff
- Educational Leadership And Organizational Studies
- Research Design & Analysis Of Educational Data
- Human Resources Administration In Education
- Instructional Leadership
- The Principalship
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Education Educational Leadership View 453 other Masters in Educational Leadership in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. (on a 4.0 scale) from most recent degree.
- Completion of two years of PK- Age 21 teaching (i.e., early childhood, elementary, secondary, special K-21, or special preschool-age 21 certificates) OR in a school support personnel area (i.e., school counselor, school psychologist, a speech-language pathologist (non-teaching), school nurse, school social worker, school marriage and family counselor) for admission to the program and completion of four years of experience to be eligible for graduation and the Principal Endorsement upon completion of the program.
- Two letters of recommendation (completed by supervisors).
- Two NEIU Disposition Assessments (completed by supervisors).
- Successful completion of a written exam provided by the department.
- Completion of a successful teaching or school support personnel portfolio.
Tuition Fee
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International
15570 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 865 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
15570 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 865 USD per credit during 24 months. -
In-State
7776 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 432 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Chicago
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.