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    K-12 School Building or District Leaders (MS)

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    Rochester, USMSHybrid
    $64,728.00
    Tuition
    36
    Credits
    $70.00
    App fee

    K-12 School Building or District Leaders (MS) at University of Rochester is a 36-credit, hybrid MS program based in Rochester, US. Tuition is $64,728.

    About the program

    Prepares students for New York State School Building Leader certification through courses in school resources management, governance, leadership dynamics, curricular leadership, human resources, and data-driven improvement, plus a 600-hour internship and capstone.

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    US News #100 (Warner School of Education)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min We do not require entrance examinations for many of our programs. If you have already taken the GRE and wish to submit your score, we will be happy to evaluate it as part of your application.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for international applicants who have an undergraduate degree from outside of the United States.
    IELTS
    required
    Min TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for international applicants who have an undergraduate degree from outside of the United States.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $16,146.00
    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 K-12 School Building or District Leaders (MS) at University of Rochester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for K-12 School Building or District Leaders (MS) at University of Rochester is $64,728 across 36 required credits.
    Is K-12 School Building or District Leaders (MS) at University of Rochester online or in-person?
    K-12 School Building or District Leaders (MS) at University of Rochester is offered hybrid.
    How long does K-12 School Building or District Leaders (MS) at University of Rochester take to complete?
    K-12 School Building or District Leaders (MS) at University of Rochester is structured around 36 credits.
    What work-permit options follow K-12 School Building or District Leaders (MS) at University of Rochester?
    Post-completion work rights for K-12 School Building or District Leaders (MS) at University of Rochester: 12 months OPT (US)