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    Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS

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    Madison, USMSIn-person2 years
    $45,102.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    37.4%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $45,102.

    About the program

    The program prepares current educators for K-12 school leadership roles, focusing on eliminating inequities in student learning through coursework in instructional leadership, equity, diversity, and resource allocation. It leads to a master's degree and eligibility for Wisconsin principal licensure.

    Focus: coursework
    QS: 20 (Education) | US News #1 (tie) Best Education Schools
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Mar 31, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Refer to the Graduate School: Minimum Requirements for Admission policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-1241. Minimum TOEFL requirement: 92 for tests taken before January 21, 2026; 5.0 for tests taken on and after January 21, 2026
    IELTS
    required
    Min Refer to the Graduate School: Minimum Requirements for Admission policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-1241. Minimum IELTS requirement: 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $30,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $45,102 across 30 required credits.
    Is Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    How long does Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison take to complete?
    Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA
    How competitive is Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison reports an acceptance rate of approximately 37.4%.