Overview

The Educational Administration M.Ed. at South Dakota State University provides comprehensive professional preparation for individuals aiming to lead positive change within the school system. This programme is specifically designed for those who intend to work with youth of all ages in an administrative capacity, ensuring they meet the rigorous demands of modern educational environments.

The curriculum is closely aligned with professional standards for building-level education leaders. This ensures that graduates are well-equipped to take on roles such as principals, assistant principals, curriculum directors, and supervisors. The coursework focuses on developing the leadership and communication skills necessary to manage complex educational organisations effectively.

Why Educational Administration at South Dakota State University?

Choosing this programme at South Dakota State University ensures that your training meets the National Educational Leadership Preparation (NELP) Building Level Standards. The School of Education, Counseling and Human Development provides a supportive environment for self-motivated professionals who wish to advance their careers while working independently.

The programme is particularly suited for those with a strong academic and professional background in education who possess a desire to influence the future of learning. It meets the specific requirements for endorsement as a principal in South Dakota, making it a vital qualification for local practitioners seeking career progression into leadership roles.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 484 per credit
National fee: USD 484 per credit
Local fee: USD 484 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on building-level leadership and administrative excellence. Modules may include:

Educational Administration
Educational Leadership
Curriculum Direction
Building-Level Leadership
School Supervision
Administrative Practice

Careers with Educational Administration

Graduates of this programme are prepared for a variety of leadership positions within the education sector and related service agencies. The training provided supports career advancement into high-level oversight and management roles. Potential career paths include:

Principal
District Administrator
Education Specialist
Assistant Principal
Curriculum Director
School Supervisor

These roles allow graduates to apply their leadership skills to improve educational outcomes and manage staff and resources within diverse school districts and educational organisations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Policy

Public Administration

School Administration

Education

Public Relations
Human Resources

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Brookings, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The application must include the application fee, all post-secondary transcripts, degree certificate, and other materials as required by specific programs before processing of the application will begin.

Master’s degree applicants must have an approved Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (except in approved/accelerated programs). Domestic, international or non-degree seeking students may submit an application online.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14520 USD / year

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Out-of-State

14520 USD / year

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In-State

14520 USD / year

≈ 14520 USD / year

Funding

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