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    Master of Arts in Educational Leadership

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    Iowa City, USMAOnline2 years
    $45,054.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    60.2%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    36
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa is a 36-credit, 2-year, online MA program based in Iowa City, US. Tuition is $45,054.

    About the program

    Prepares students for school principal positions, area education agencies, and state departments of education through an accredited Iowa school administrator licensure program. Includes field-based experiences in local school or educational agency settings.

    Focus: coursework
    #25 Best Online Education Programs (U.S. News & World Report)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Dec 2, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Total score 81 (TOEFL iBT taken before Jan. 2026); Total score 4.5 (TOEFL iBT taken after Jan. 2026)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Overall score of 7 with no subscore less than 6

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $23,712.00
    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa is $45,054 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa?
    Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa reports an acceptance rate of approximately 60.2%.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in Educational Leadership at University of Iowa: 12 months OPT (US)