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    Educational Leadership (M.A.)

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    East Lansing, USMAHybrid2 years
    $54,102.50
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Educational Leadership (M.A.) at Michigan State University is a 30-credit, 2-year, hybrid MA program based in East Lansing, US. Tuition is $54,103.

    About the program

    The program prepares aspiring educators for leadership positions in public, charter, and private P-12 school settings, focusing on school-level leadership for equitable teaching and learning, school improvement, inquiry into teaching and organizations, finance, and engaging diverse students and families.

    Focus: coursework
    #3 Educational Administration and Supervision (US News online master's)
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min MSU minimum: TOEFL iBT 79 (no subscore below 17) for regular admission; consult Graduate School’s website for details
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 (no subscore below 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,750.00
    Annual living cost

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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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Educational Leadership (M.A.) at Michigan State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Educational Leadership (M.A.) at Michigan State University is $54,103 across 30 required credits.
    Is Educational Leadership (M.A.) at Michigan State University online or in-person?
    Educational Leadership (M.A.) at Michigan State University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Educational Leadership (M.A.) at Michigan State University take to complete?
    Educational Leadership (M.A.) at Michigan State University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Educational Leadership (M.A.) at Michigan State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 overall grade point average
    What work-permit options follow Educational Leadership (M.A.) at Michigan State University?
    Post-completion work rights for Educational Leadership (M.A.) at Michigan State University: 12 months OPT (US)