Master of Science in Educational Administration and Leadership Online
Prepare to lead, inspire and transform lives in education.
Program Overview
Lead with confidence with an M.S. in Educational Administration and Leadership
Learn to become a dynamic leader of a school or school district with our online M.S. in Educational Administration and Leadership online. In this online program, you will deepen your knowledge in diversity leadership, school law and finance, personnel administration, and community relations. Coursework gives you the tools to analyze and implement sound administrative practices and policies for effective school change in PK-12 education.
At St. Cloud State, we are here for you. The flexibility of our online programs fits with your busy lifestyle, and course content is designed with the experiences and views of today’s educators in mind.
Coursework is designed to provide you with information on how to understand, navigate and respond to the influence of diversity, equity and inclusion on individuals and systems. You will also explore in depth the relationship between public education and the legal system in the U.S. Our courses also focus on such areas as school finance, personnel administration and school-community relations.
In this online M.S. in Educational Administration and Leadership, you will learn to:
- Develop the expertise and personal traits necessary for successful school administration
- Think creatively and critically
- Seek and apply knowledge
- Act with personal integrity and civic responsibility
- Communicate effectively
- Integrate existing and evolving technologies
- Engage as a member of a diverse and multicultural world
- Develop the expertise and personal traits necessary for successful school administration
- Think creatively and critically
- Seek and apply knowledge
- Act with personal integrity and civic responsibility
- Communicate effectively
- Integrate existing and evolving technologies
- Engage as a member of a diverse and multicultural world
With a master's degree, you are eligible to take additional classes that will lead towards licensure in one of the following popular careers:
- PK-12 Principal
- Director of Special Education
- Superintendent of Schools
- PK-12 Principal
- Director of Special Education
- Superintendent of Schools
Education programs also available:
St. Cloud State offers several online education programs. Check out all our online education programs.
Membership
St. Cloud State University is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Tuition
Affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition
Affordable tuition helps pave the way to meeting your goals. Our pay-by-the-course tuition is an excellent way to manage your budget.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S. Ed Admin | $550 | $1,650 | $16,500* |
*Tuition includes all standard fees and is subject to change without notice. The University reserves the right to increase tuition and fees at any time. Local students may opt-in to additional fees giving them access to several on-campus resources. Click here for more information on the cost of attendance for St. Cloud State University.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Know when to apply, when classes start and when tuition is due
Our online M.S. in Educational Administration and Leadership offers 7-week courses and multiple start dates. Start when you’re ready!
Now enrolling:
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring A | 1/12/25 | 12/27/24 | 1/6/25 | 1/8/25 | 1/21/25 |
| Spring B | 3/9/25 | 2/24/25 | 3/3/25 | 3/5/25 | 3/18/25 |
| Summer A | 5/11/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/5/25 | 5/7/25 | 5/20/25 |
| Summer B | 7/6/25 | 6/20/25 | 6/26/25 | 7/1/25 | 7/15/25 |
| Fall A | 8/31/25 | 8/18/25 | 8/25/25 | 8/27/25 | 9/9/25 |
| Fall B | 10/26/25 | 10/20/25 | 10/20/25 | 10/22/25 | 11/4/25 |
Now enrolling:
Have questions or need more information about our online programs?
Ready to take the rewarding path toward earning your degree online from St. Cloud State?
Apply NowAdmissions
Follow our streamlined admission requirements
We offer a streamlined admission process to make it easier for you. Review the admission requirements below.
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- 2.75 undergraduate GPA*
*Students who have below a 2.75 GPA may still be considered for admission. A holistic review of the application and required documentation will be completed. Upon review, an interview with the Program Director may be requested.
Application Requirements
- Professional resume
- Contact information for two professional references
- $58 application fee
- Short-answer questions, limit to 1200 characters/about 200 words (Note: counter in the system counts characters):
- As a graduate student, what are you looking to learn/gain from the program?
- As a graduate student, what will you be able to contribute to the program and your fellow students?
Transcripts
Please submit transcripts from all colleges attended. We will accept unofficial transcripts at the time of application; however, official transcripts will need to be submitted before the end of the first term in the program. St. Cloud State staff will download official transcripts for graduates of St. Cloud State and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities.
Non-St. Cloud State/Minnesota State transcripts may be ordered through the records office and delivered electronically to:
- Parchment – St. Cloud State University >> Graduate Admissions
- National Student Clearinghouse – St. Cloud State University >> Graduate Admissions
Official paper and international transcripts may be mailed to:
School of Graduate Studies
720 4th Ave S
St. Cloud, MN 56301
Courses
Check out our online M.S. in Educational Administration and Leadership Courses
To earn your M.S. in Educational Administration and Leadership online, you must complete 10 courses (30 credit hours).
Honoring our veterans with support and resources
St. Cloud State University has been recognized by VIQTORY media as a Top 10 Military Friendly® School for embracing military students and dedicating resources to ensure their success (2021).
