Become the school leader you have always strived to be with the University of Evansville’s Master of Science in Education degree. This degree focuses on Educational Leadership and is designed to prepare educators for leadership roles within schools and educational organizations. Students develop skills in curriculum planning, educational policy, staff supervision, and data-informed decision-making.

Students learn to lead schools effectively, promote student achievement, manage resources, and foster positive school cultures.

• 100 percent online
• 12-month, 30-credit hour program beginning each May
• Accelerated five-week courses
• No application fee or required GRE scores
• Reduced tuition

Students learn best through immersion and hands-on experiences; therefore, the program includes a 240-hour internship under the supervision of a mentor principal and a university supervisor. The program culminates with a Research and Inquiry course, allowing students to demonstrate their learning and reflect on how it will influence their current and future practice as school leaders.

The Master of Science in Education offers a clear pathway to building-level administration, with courses designed to develop strong leadership and organizational strategy skills essential for effective school management.

The deadline for submitting the application for the Master of Science in Education is April 15 and requires the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree (minimum cumulative GPA 2.75) from an accredited college or university with a degree in education or a related field. 
• A resume/CV with complete personal information that includes a record of teaching experience.
• Hold an Educators License with proficiency of initial, standard, provisional, proficient, or accomplished practitioner Instructional or School Counselor license.
• Valid CPR certification from an IDOE approved provider. View CPR and AED certification resources.
• Suicide Prevention Training Certificate.  View suicide prevention training resources.

To receive and Indiana principal licensure, applicants must have at least two years of teaching experience.

For more information, please contact the UE School of Education.