Educational Leadership

100% Online Graduate Educational Leadership Programs

• Ed.D. Administrative Endorsement Concentration (Mostly Online)

  Overview

  The Administrative Endorsement program is designed to prepare educators for beginning administrative positions at the k-12 campus or district level. It leads to Tennessee licensure as a Beginning Administrator. Programs leading to licensure are also approved by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Student programs at East Tennessee State University are individually designed to develop educational leaders through the study and practical application of educational foundations, theory, research, and field work.

  Program

  The central idea of the doctoral program is the development of competence in the areas of greatest significance to educational leaders. Because of this, course requirements are described as blocks or components in the total program of the student. Each student’s total program will be determined upon the basis of four (4) factors:

  - training and coursework completed prior to admission to advanced study;

  - intended area of work as a professional;

  - success in coursework and other experiences in the early parts of the program; and

  - competence in the various areas of study as assessed and evaluated by the graduate committee in written and/or oral examinations.

  More information about the program requirements and curriculum can be found in the ETSU Graduate Catalog.

  Cost

  Credits to complete this program: 18 credit hours

  TN Residents	eRate (Out of State, 100% online)	Out of State
  $601 per credit hour	$751 per credit hour	$1442 per credit hour
  *Note, tuition discounts are available for border county students. *This amount may not include program-specific fees

  Read more about cost, paying for courses, scholarship options and financial aid.

  Admission Requirements

  ETSU School of Graduate Studies Admission Requirements

  These standards and materials are required of all applicants regardless of program. Individual program requirements are additional to the following: 

   A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Degrees from non-accredited institutions will be evaluated on an individual basis.

  An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for domestic students, and a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for international students. (Some programs may require a higher GPA.)

  A completed graduate application form.

  A personal essay of 150-300 words, detailing your interests in a graduate program at ETSU.

  A non-refundable application fee.

  One official transcript from every college or university where the applicant has taken courses.

  Program Admission Requirements

  The Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis admissions and program requirements can be found in the ETSU Graduate Catalog.

• Ed.D. Higher Education Leadership Concentration (100% Online)

  Overview

  This online doctoral program prepares individuals who have a strong desire to enhance their knowledge of leadership principles and to become more effective leaders in their organizations. Student programs at East Tennessee State University are individually designed to develop educational leaders through the study and practical application of educational foundations, theory, research, and field work.

  Program

  The central idea of the doctoral program is the development of competence in the areas of greatest significance to educational leaders. Because of this, course requirements are described as blocks or components in the total program of the student. Each student’s total program will be determined upon the basis of four (4) factors:

  - training and coursework completed prior to admission to advanced study;

  - intended area of work as a professional;

  - success in coursework and other experiences in the early parts of the program; and

  - competence in the various areas of study as assessed and evaluated by the graduate committee in written and/or oral examinations.

  More information about the program requirements and curriculum can be found in the ETSU Catalog listing for the Educational Leadership, Ed.D. (Higher Education Leadership Concentration) program.

  Cost

  Credits to complete this program: 66-78 credit hours

  TN Residents	eRate (Out of State, 100% online)	Out of State
  $601 per credit hour	$751 per credit hour	$1442 per credit hour
  *Note, tuition discounts are available for border county students. *This amount may not include program-specific fees

  Read more about cost, paying for courses, scholarship options and financial aid.

  Admission Requirements

  ETSU School of Graduate Studies Admission Requirements

  These standards and materials are required of all applicants regardless of program. Individual program requirements are additional to the following: 

  A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Degrees from non-accredited institutions will be evaluated on an individual basis.
  

  An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for domestic students, and a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for international students. (Some programs may require a higher GPA.)

  A completed graduate application form.

  A personal essay of 150-300 words, detailing your interests in a graduate program at ETSU.

  A non-refundable application fee.

  One official transcript from every college or university where the applicant has taken courses.

• Ed.D. School Leadership Concentration (100% Online)

  Overview

  This online doctoral program is designed primarily for practitioners who already possess administrative license and desire to work in central office positions in public schools or refine their professional expertise in their current positions of leadership. Student programs at East Tennessee State University are individually designed to develop educational leaders through the study and practical application of educational foundations, theory, research, and field work.

  Program

  The central idea of the doctoral program is the development of competence in the areas of greatest significance to educational leaders. Because of this, course requirements are described as blocks or components in the total program of the student. Each student’s total program will be determined upon the basis of four (4) factors:

  - training and coursework completed prior to admission to advanced study;

  - intended area of work as a professional;

  - success in coursework and other experiences in the early parts of the program; and

  - competence in the various areas of study as assessed and evaluated by the graduate committee in written and/or oral examinations.

  More information about the program requirements and curriculum can be found in the ETSU Catalog listing for the Educational Leadership, Ed.D. (School Leadership Concentration) program.

  Cost

  Credits to complete this program: 66 credit hours

  TN Residents	eRate (Out of State, 100% online)	Out of State
  $601 per credit hour	$751 per credit hour	$1442 per credit hour
  *Note, tuition discounts are available for border county students. *This amount may not include program-specific fees

  Read more about cost, paying for courses, scholarship options and financial aid.

  Admission Requirements

  ETSU School of Graduate Studies Admission Requirements

  These standards and materials are required of all applicants regardless of program. Individual program requirements are additional to the following: 

  A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Degrees from non-accredited institutions will be evaluated on an individual basis.

  An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for domestic students, and a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for international students. (Some programs may require a higher GPA.)

  A completed graduate application form.

  A personal essay of 150-300 words, detailing your interests in a graduate program at ETSU.

  A non-refundable application fee.

  One official transcript from every college or university where the applicant has taken courses.

  Program Admission Requirements

  The Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis admissions and program requirements can be found in the ETSU Catalog listing for the Educational Leadership, Ed.D. (School Leadership Concentration) program.

• Ed.S. Administration Endorsement Concentration (100% Online)

  Overview

  The Administration Endorsement program at East Tennessee State University is designed to prepare educators for beginning administrative positions at the k-12 campus or district level. It leads to Tennessee licensure as a Beginning Administrator. Student programs are individually designed to develop educational leaders through the study and practical application of educational foundations, theory, research, and field work.

  Program

  The central idea of the doctoral program is the development of competence in the areas of greatest significance to educational leaders. Because of this, course requirements are described as blocks or components in the total program of the student. Each student’s total program will be determined upon the basis of four (4) factors:

  - training and coursework completed prior to admission to advanced study;

  - intended area of work as a professional;

  - success in coursework and other experiences in the early parts of the program; and

  - competence in the various areas of study as assessed and evaluated by the graduate committee in written and/or oral examinations.

  More information about the program requirements and curriculum can be found in the ETSU Catalog listing for the Educational Leadership, Ed.S. (Administration Endorsement Concentration) program.

  Cost

  Credits to complete this program: 31 credit hours

  TN Residents	eRate (Out of State, 100% online)	Out of State
  $601 per credit hour	$751 per credit hour	$1442 per credit hour
  *Note, tuition discounts are available for border county students. *This amount may not include program-specific fees

  Read more about cost, paying for courses, scholarship options and financial aid.

  Admission Requirements

  ETSU School of Graduate Studies Admission Requirements

  These standards and materials are required of all applicants regardless of program. Individual program requirements are additional to the following: 

  A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Degrees from non-accredited institutions will be evaluated on an individual basis.

  An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for domestic students, and a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for international students. (Some programs may require a higher GPA.)

  A completed graduate application form.

  A personal essay of 150-300 words, detailing your interests in a graduate program at ETSU.

  A non-refundable application fee.

  One official transcript from every college or university where the applicant has taken courses.

  Program Admission Requirements

  The Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis admissions and program requirements can be found in the ETSU Catalog listing for the Educational Leadership, Ed.S. (Administration Endorsement Concentration) program.

   

• Ed.S. School System Leadership Concentration (100% Online)

  Overview

  This online program is designed primarily for practitioners who already possess administrative license and desire to work in central office positions in public schools or refine their professional expertise in their current positions of leadership. Student programs at East Tennessee State University are individually designed to develop educational leaders through the study and practical application of educational foundations, theory, research, and field work

  Program

  Education Specialist, Educational Leadership (School System Leadership Concentration)

  The central idea of the doctoral program is the development of competence in the areas of greatest significance to educational leaders. Because of this, course requirements are described as blocks or components in the total program of the student. Each student’s total program will be determined upon the basis of four (4) factors:

  - training and coursework completed prior to admission to advanced study;

  - intended area of work as a professional;

  - success in coursework and other experiences in the early parts of the program; and

  - competence in the various areas of study as assessed and evaluated by the graduate committee in written and/or oral examinations.

  More information about the program requirements and curriculum can be found in the ETSU Catalog listing for the Educational Leadership, Ed.S. (School System Leadership Concentration) program.

  Cost

  Credits to complete this program: 31 credit hours

  TN Residents	eRate (Out of State, 100% online)	Out of State
  $601 per credit hour	$751 per credit hour	$1442 per credit hour
  *Note, tuition discounts are available for border county students. *This amount may not include program-specific fees

  Read more about cost, paying for courses, scholarship options and financial aid.

  Admission Requirements 

  ETSU School of Graduate Studies Admission Requirements

  These standards and materials are required of all applicants regardless of program. Individual program requirements are additional to the following: 

  A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Degrees from non-accredited institutions will be evaluated on an individual basis.

  An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for domestic students, and a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for international students. (Some programs may require a higher GPA.)

  A completed graduate application form.

  A personal essay of 150-300 words, detailing your interests in a graduate program at ETSU.

  A non-refundable application fee.

  One official transcript from every college or university where the applicant has taken courses.

  Program Admission Requirements

  The Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis admissions and program requirements can be found in the ETSU Catalog listing for the Educational Leadership, Ed.S. (School System Leadership Concentration) program.

• M.Ed. School Administration and Leadership Concentration (100% Online)

  Overview

  The School Administration and Leadership program is designed to prepare educators for beginning administrative positions at the k-12 campus or district level. It leads to Tennessee licensure as a Beginning Administrator. The online Master of Education in Educational Leadership degree program prepares the individuals who will serve as educational leaders in K-12 schools, community/technical colleges, four-year colleges and universities, and other organizations/agencies that offer educational programs and services. The program is approved by the Tennessee Department of Education. Programs leading to licensure are also approved by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Student programs are individually designed to develop educational leaders through the study and practical application of educational foundations, theory, research, and field work.

  Program

  The purpose of the School Administration and Leadership concentration is the development of principals, assistant principals, and school district office leaders. It leads to Instructional Leadership Licensure - Beginning (ILL-B) from the Tennessee Department of Education. 

  More information about the program requirements and curriculum can be found in the ETSU Graduate Catalog.

  Cost

  Credits to complete this program: 37 credit hours

  TN Residents	eRate (Out of State, 100% online)	Out of State
  $601 per credit hour	$751 per credit hour	$1442 per credit hour
  *Note, tuition discounts are available for border county students. *This amount may not include program-specific fees

  Read more about cost, paying for courses, scholarship options and financial aid.

  Admission Requirements

  ETSU School of Graduate Studies Admission Requirements

  These standards and materials are required of all applicants regardless of program. Individual program requirements are additional to the following: 

  A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Degrees from non-accredited institutions will be evaluated on an individual basis.

  An undergraduate GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale for domestic students, and a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for international students. (Some programs may require a higher GPA.)

  A completed graduate application form.

  A personal essay of 150-300 words, detailing your interests in a graduate program at ETSU.

  A letter of support from the superintendent or other comparable supervisor.

  A non-refundable application fee.

  One official transcript from every college or university where the applicant has taken courses.

  Educational Leadership - School Administration and Leadership M.Ed. Application Requirements

  Individuals applying to the School Administration and Leadership master’s degree program in educational leadership must meet the general requirements for admission to the School of Graduate Studies, transfer of credit, and time limitations specified in the front section of this catalog. In addition, applicants must meet the specific requirements for admission to the department identified in this catalog.

  Applicants for admission to programs leading to a master’s degree must show a minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or an upper level GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. GPAs in major field of study, calculated individually, must also be above 2.75. All exceptions to the 2.75 GPA for admissions must be approved on appeal.

  Prior to being admitted, applicants must submit:

  - a completed ETSU application; to include three (3) letters of recommendation,
  - a current resume, and
  - all prior college transcripts.

  Applicants will also be asked to participate in a personal interview.

  All students in the Master of Education program will move through the degree program as part of a cohort group. Cohort students will begin the program in the same semester and continue through the program with the same group, taking two 3-hour credit courses each semester, except for two 6-hour courses, until the program is completed.

• M.Ed. Student Personnel Leadership Concentration (Academic Affairs) (100% Online)

  Overview

  This program prepares new leaders and develops skills of current leaders in entry to mid-level staff in two- and four-year institutions of higher education. The program is approved by the Tennessee Department of Education. Programs leading to licensure are also approved by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). East Tennessee State University student programs are individually designed to develop educational leaders through the study and practical application of educational foundations, theory, research, and field work.
   

  Program

  More information about the program requirements and curriculum can be found in the ETSU Catalog listing for the Educational Leadership, M.Ed. (Student Personnel Leadership) program.

  Cost

  Credits to complete this program: 36 credit hours

  TN Residents	eRate (Out of State, 100% online)	Out of State
  $601 per credit hour	$751 per credit hour	$1442 per credit hour
  *Note, tuition discounts are available for border county students. *This amount may not include program-specific fees

  Read more about cost, paying for courses, scholarship options and financial aid.

  Admission Requirements

  ETSU School of Graduate Studies Admission Requirements

  These standards and materials are required of all applicants regardless of program. Individual program requirements are additional to the following: 

  A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Degrees from non-accredited institutions will be evaluated on an individual basis.

  An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for domestic students, and a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for international students. (Some programs may require a higher GPA.)

  A completed graduate application form.

  A personal essay of 150-300 words, detailing your interests in a graduate program at ETSU.

  A non-refundable application fee.

  One official transcript from every college or university where the applicant has taken courses.

  Educational Leadership (Student Personnel Leadership Concentration), M.Ed. Application Requirements

  Individuals applying to the Student Personnel Leadership master’s degree program in educational leadership must meet the general requirements for admission to the School of Graduate Studies, transfer of credit, and time limitations specified in the front section of this catalog. In addition, applicants must meet the specific requirements for admission to the department identified in this catalog.

  Applicants for admission to programs leading to a master’s degree must show a minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or an upper level GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. GPAs in major field of study, calculated individually, must also be above 2.75. All exceptions to the 2.75 GPA for admissions must be approved on appeal.

  Prior to being admitted, applicants must submit:

  - a completed ETSU application; to include three (3) letters of recommendation,
  - a current resume, and
  - all prior college transcripts.

  Applicants will also be asked to participate in a personal interview.

  Cohort-All students in the Master of Education program in educational leadership will move through the degree program as part of a cohort group. Cohort students will begin the program in the same semester and continue through the program with the same group, taking two 3-hour credit courses each semester, except for two 6-hour courses, until the program is completed.