Overview

The Educational Leadership - K-12 Principal program at the University of Central Missouri will support your growth as an educational leader in a variety of ways:

Improve knowledge and skills as a school leader

Enhance opportunities for teacher leadership roles

Prepare for initial certification as a building principal or special education director

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate with the Master of Science in Education degree in Educational Leadership will use the knowledge and skills obtained in the program to promote the success of all students by: 

Developing and implementing a vision for the school to guide the learning of all students and promote continuous school improvement.

Providing instructional leadership that ensures a viable curriculum, effective instruction, professional learning, a positive school culture, and an equitable learning environment.

Providing managerial leadership that ensures a safe, functional school environment, effective supervision of personnel, and the equitable and strategic use of school resources.

Developing positive, supportive relationships with students, staff, parents/guardians, and the community.

Continuing professional growth, reflective practice, and the ability to apply new knowledge and understanding to drive change and innovations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Foundations of Education Administration

School Law

School Supervision

Public School Finance

Instructional Leadership and School Improvement

Data Analysis for School Leaders

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Students Staying in Their Home Country deadline: 2-3 weeks prior to the start of the semester.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Warrensburg, United States
Lees Summit, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

2.75 or higher cumulative GPA

Teaching or student services (special education) certification

Experiences as a teacher or student services (special education) provider

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

18000 USD / year

≈ 18000 USD / year
Out-of-State

18000 USD / year

≈ 18000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12000 USD / year

≈ 12000 USD / year

Additional Details

Hybrid: 425 usd/credit

Living costs

Warrensburg

United States

800 - 1300 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

Program Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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