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    Master of Education in Educational Leadership

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    Atlanta, USMEdOnline2 years
    $108,864.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    36
    Credits
    $50.00
    App fee

    Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University is a 36-credit, 2-year, online MEd program based in Atlanta, US. Tuition is $108,864.

    About the program

    The program provides knowledge and skills in educational leadership through academic coursework and site-based experiences, including practicum and action research, aligned with Professional Standards for Educational Leaders. It prepares candidates for Tier I leadership certification in Georgia for roles such as assistant principal.

    Focus: both
    U.S. News Best Education Schools (overall College of Education): #41 (tie)
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US F-1 standard post-completion OPT; STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether the specific degree CIP is STEM-designated—program page does not state this).

    $20,400.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University is $108,864 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University online or in-person?
    Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University take to complete?
    Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2.75 (4.0 scale)
    What work-permit options follow Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University: 12 months OPT (US F-1 standard post-completion OPT; STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether the specific degree CIP is STEM-designated—program page does not state this).