Why an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership?
As part of BGSU’s College of Education and Human Development –
ranked as one of the nation’s best for teacher education – the goal of the
Educational Leadership program is to develop educational leaders who can
lead, regardless of their role, so that students learn. Whether as a teacher
or as an administrator, the BGSU Educational Leadership program will
provide you the tools “to lead where you are.”
Why an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership at BGSU?
The M.Ed. in Educational Leadership is a 33-semester-hour program
leading to both a master’s degree and principal licensure.
Our cohorts are offered in one of two predetermined formats:
1. Online - All class sessions are presented online.
2. Blended - Classes meet face-to-face three times per semester with
the remaining 12 classes conducted online.
The Educational Leadership program will also work with individual school
districts, educational service centers, and CTC programs to customize a
cohort that meets the needs of faculty. Most students complete the
program in two years, but the sequence can be accelerated.
Nationally recognized and NCATE-accredited
The M.Ed. in Educational Leadership is NCATE-accredited and nationally
recognized as a member of the University Council for Educational
Administration, a consortium of higher education institutions committed
to advancing the preparation and practice of educational leaders for the
benefit of children and schools.
Learning outcomes
Students enrolled in the Educational Leadership program will gain insight
into the challenges of PK-12 education and learn the vital leadership skills
needed to effectively meet these challenges in a variety of educational
settings. Students who complete the M.Ed. coursework will be well
prepared to successfully complete the M.Ed. comprehensive examination
and the O.A.E. administrator licensure examination and to apply for the
Initial Administrator license through the Ohio Department of Education.
Program strength and uniqueness
• A focus on leadership skills applicable across educational settings
• An emphasis on improving classroom instruction and student learning
• A rich history of quality leadership training found only at BGSU
• Rigorous content aligned with national and state licensure standards
• Dedicated and knowledgeable faculty with PK-12 leadership
experience at the building, central office, superintendent
and board of education levels
Professional opportunities
Graduates of this program will be well prepared to successfully complete
the Master’s Comprehensive Examination and the O.A.E. Administrator
licensure examination, and to apply for an Initial Administrator (principal)
license in order to take on building leadership positions in PK-12
educational settings.
Already have a master’s degree?
Students who have already completed a master’s degree may instead
choose to pursue admission into the post-master’s specialist degree
(Ed.S.) in Educational Leadership to complete the above requirements.
The Ed.S. program is also offered in a blended online format and requires
a minimum of 30 semester hours (Educational Leadership core plus
two electives).
This is a strategic way to move to “Master’s Plus 30” on the salary
schedule. earn an advanced degree and add a principal’s license.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Program Coordinator Dr. Paul Johnson,
College of Education and Human Development
[email protected] | 419-372-7369 | bgsu.edu/lead
“BGSU’s Principal Licensure Program
is where educational theory and
best-practice come together. The
real-life leadership experiences of
the professors help form a sound
leadership foundation for school
leaders of tomorrow.”
- David Malolepszy (‘14),
Assistant Principal,
Sylvania Schools
Sylvania, Ohio
MASTER OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Admission requirements
Applicants must have at least one year of teaching experience
in a school setting. Prospective students without any teaching
experience may be considered; however, a rationale will need
to be provided as to why the application should be considered,
and the applicant may be interviewed by the faculty committee.
Applicants are required to submit scanned copies of official
or unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended. Upon
admission, final official or notarized copies of transcripts from
all institutions where degrees were earned and diplomas from
international institutions must be submitted. Applicants are also
required to submit official scores from the Graduate Record
Examination (GRE) taken within the past five years, with a target
composite score of 280+ on the verbal/quantitative portions.
• A letter of application detailing why you have chosen this
program at BGSU; your work experience since graduating
with your bachelor’s degree; your professional goals; your
academic strengths, and personal characteristics that will
lead to your success as a school administrator; the ways in
which you will be an asset to our program; and why you
should be admitted to this program.
• A copy of your current resume/curriculum vita including
evidence of successful teaching experience; leadership
ability or capacity; professional development activities;
professional memberships, committees, publications
and honors.
• Three reference forms/letters: one from an individual familiar
with your academic ability and two from administrators or
supervisors familiar with your professional performance.
One of the latter must be from a current supervisor.
• For those seeking Ohio administrative licensure in
conjunction with the M.Ed., a completed Application
for Administrative Licensure Form is also required.
Cost of tuition
Please refer to www.bgsu.edu/offices/bursar for the most
recent information on tuition and fees.
Financial assistance
Domestic students enrolled in four (4) or more credit hours are
eligible to apply for financial aid using the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to calculate student contribution
and financial need. You may apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
How to apply
Visit the BGSU Graduate College website at www.bgsu.
edu/graduate/admissions. Admission is rolling, but cohorts
typically form in the fall.
Curriculum
The program consists of 11 courses offered in a blended online format. Each
semester class includes three face-to-face sessions serving as the first, mid-
semester and last classes, and 13 online sessions. Typically, the 33 semester
hours of required coursework include:
Educational Administrative Core (24 semester hours)
• EDAS 6210 Introduction to Organizational Leadership & Change (3)
• EDAS 6250 School Culture, Instructional Program, & Professional Staff
Development (3)
• EDAS 6300 Leadership Practicum/Internship I
(3 total - 1 credit hour per semester fall, spring, summer II)
• EDAS 6230 Law, Ethics & Negotiations in School Administration (3)
• EDAS 6240 Fiscal Management & Resource Allocation (3)
• EDAS 6260 Leadership and Law in Special Education (3)
• EDAS 7210 Information Management, Evaluation & Student Personnel
Services (3)
• EDAS 7220 Diversity of School Communities & Political Dynamics (3)
Research Core (6 semester hours)
• EDFI 6420 Research in Education (3)
and one of the following:
• EDFI 6410 Statistics in Education (3)
• EDFI 6450 Using K12 Assessment Data to Improve Practice (3)
• EDAS 6990 Thesis Research (3)
(
only for those choosing to write a thesis)
Course in related disciplines (3 semester hours)
Choose one:
• EDFI 6000 Philosophy of Education (3)
• EDFI 6010 Comparative Education (3)
• EDFI 6020 History of Education (3)
• EDFI 6710 Human Growth & Development (3)
• EDFI 6730 Adolescence (3)
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