Educational Leadership

• Licensure coursework can be completed in as few as 21 months.
• Courses are offered in convenient 8-week sessions either face-to-face or virtually. 
• Courses meet in the evening to accommodate working schedules.
• Start any semester: fall, spring or summer.
• You may also earn a Master of Arts in Education Degree.
• Options to add on additional certificates to existing licenses.
• Program graduates have been hired as administrators in many area schools.
• School-based practicums with opportunities to work with experienced educational leaders.
  
• Responsive and supportive advising throughout the program.
• Flexible program completion plans developed for all students.
• Transcripts reviewed for previously completed, transferable graduate courses.
  
• Edgewood College has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best National University,” among “America’s Best Colleges” by Forbes, and a “Best in the Midwest College” by Princeton Review.

All Educational Leadership license programs require at least a master's degree (which can be completed concurrently while in the program), three years' successful teaching experience, and a 150-hour practicum. Students complete portfolio requirements and courses for certification in licensing areas.

Licensure Certification Coursework

Principal

ED 602 Curriculum Planning
ED 620 Introduction to Education and Leadership
ED 621 School Business Administration
ED 622 The Principalship
ED 625 Inclusive School Law
ED 631 Supervision of Instruction
ED 662 Schools as Political Systems
ED 696 Supervised Field Experience: Educational Leadership

Director of Instruction

ED 602 Curriculum Planning
ED 620 Introduction to Education and Leadership
ED 621 School Business Administration
ED 622 The Principalship
ED 625 Inclusive School Law
ED 631 Supervision of Instruction
ED 637 District Administration of Program Planning, Evaluation, and Staff Development
ED 662 Schools as Political Systems
ED 696 Supervised Field Experience: Educational Leadership

Director of Special Education and Pupil Services

ED 602 Curriculum Planning
ED 620 Introduction to Education and Leadership
ED 621 School Business Administration
ED 622 The Principalship
ED 625 Inclusive School Law
ED 631 Supervision of Instruction
ED 636 District Administration of Exceptional Education and Pupil Services
ED 637 District Administration of Program Planning, Evaluation, and Staff Development
ED 662 Schools as Political Systems
ED 696 Supervised Field Experience: Educational Leadership

School Business Administrator

ED 602 Curriculum Planning
ED 620 Introduction to Education and Leadership
ED 621 School Business Administration
ED 622 The Principalship
ED 625 Inclusive School Law
ED 631 Supervision of Instruction
ED 662 Schools as Political Systems
ED 696 Supervised Field Experience: Educational Leadership

WASBO Year of Success Program (taken with an Edgewood Faculty member)

Master of Arts in Education Degree Requirements

Students who wish to pursue the Master of Arts in Education complete the following two additional courses:

ED 603 Introduction to Educational Research
ED 692 Research Capstone Project (ED 603 is a prerequisite for Ed 692)

With tuition at $600/credit for licensure courses, attending graduate school is one of the best investments you will ever make in yourself and your future. Obtaining an additional license certification enhances your marketability as an educator and improves job security. Completing your Master’s degree demonstrates your commitment to life-long learning and your dedication to the profession. As a graduate student in the Division of Education at Edgewood College you’ll join a unique community of learners and leaders who are advocates for students. You’ll be equipped to apply reformative expertise at a school, community or district level.

The number of credits needed to meet the license requirements is as follows:

• Principalship - 25       
• Director of Instruction - 28          
• Director of Special Education and Pupil Services - 31             

The total number of additional credits needed to complete the Educational Leadership Master's degree and projected total cost is as follows (courses offered at $1,052 per credit):

• Principalship - 6      
• Director of Instruction - 6      
• Director of Special Education and Pupil Services - 6      

Financial Aid

Graduate students are eligible for financial aid in the form of Federal Stafford Loans. Learn more about Stafford Loans, including eligibility requirements and application instructions at Graduate Student Financial Aid

Financial Aid Questions? Contact Edgewood Central at 608-663-4300 or ecentral@edgewood.edu.

Our admissions and financial aid counselors have worked with thousands of students who have questioned how they could afford to complete their graduate education. They will use their experience to suggest creative solutions for financing your education. We work with students and organizations to manage tuition reimbursement plans, extend tuition discounts to various corporate partners in the region, offer third party billing and monthly payment plans, and work with veterans to maximize their available aid.

Applicants for any of the student classifications except non-degree must meet all of the requirements for admission to the graduate programs.

1. Provide evidence of a baccalaureate or more advanced degree from a United States regionally accredited or equivalent post-secondary institution with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission status. The cumulative grade point average is computed on the highest degree held at the time of application to the Edgewood College graduate program.
2. Complete and submit graduate application (including $30 fee). This application is for graduate students who want to pursue a Master’s degree, license or certificate, or take courses as a non-degree student.
3. Request that official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate academic credits received from each post-secondary institution you attended be sent directly to Edgewood College Graduate and Professional Studies.
4. Provide two letters of recommendation from college or university professors, supervisors, and/or professional colleagues who can focus on the probability of your success in graduate school. Letter of Recommendation Guidelines
5. Submit a written statement listing the reasons why you think you will be successful in graduate school; cite how specific background experiences will aid in your success as a student.
6. Provide evidence of six semesters of relevant professional work experience in accordance with Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction rules.  

Priority application deadlines for the Educational Leadership program are:

August 10 for admission in Fall semester
January 1 for admission in Spring semester.
May 10 for admission in the Summer session.

All required application materials should be submitted by deadlines. Applications received after deadlines will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

International Students may have additional admission requirements. Learn more.

Transfer Credits

You may submit up to 12 semester hours of graduate credit for consideration of transfer to Edgewood College for application to a degree program. Approval of the respective department is required. To be considered for application to a degree program, a course must have been taken within the past five years. For more information about transfer credits, please contact your admissions counselor.

Although Wisconsin maintains high standards for our teacher education programs, there is not simple reciprocity between Wisconsin and all other states. Each state sets their own requirements for teacher licensure, but will generally allow for Wisconsin teaching and administrator licenses to be transferred. Specific requirements are left to each state’s department of education, which are linked below.

State Licensure/Certification Disclosure for Teacher Licenses
The information below reflects whether this program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in the specified states.
Satisfies Educational Requirements:
WI, IL, CO, CT, DE, HI, IN, IA, KS (secondary), LA, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NY, NC, PA, RI, TN, TX, VT, WA, WV, WY
Does Not Satisfy Educational Requirements:  
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, FL, GA, ID, KS (elementary), KY, ME, MD, MS, NV, NH, NJ, NM, ND, OH, OK, OR, SC, SD, UT, VA

State Licensure/Certification Disclosure for School Administration Licenses
The information below reflects whether this program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in the specified states.
Satisfies Educational Requirements:
WI, IL
No Determination Made:
All states are referenced here

Please contact Drew Silver, Clinical and Advising Coordinator, with additional questions.