Master of Science in
Educational Administration
Southwest Baptist University offers a Master of Science in Educational Administration specifically designed to prepare students for leadership roles at the building level. This program provides the basis for initial certification as either an elementary of secondary school principal with the opportunity to complete the coursework for middle level endorsement.
The program has been developed in accordance with certification requirements established by the State Board of Education of the State of Missouri. Hence, the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) as well as the NCA Higher Learning Commission have approved the educational administration program. Following successful completion of the approved program and the national test, students will receive certification as a building level administrator.
The Educational Administration program is coordinated and administered through the Office of Graduate Studies in Education at SBU. The Coordinator of the Educational Administration program is responsible for the day-to-day concerns of the Educational Administration program.
Admission to The Master of Science in Educational Administration Program
The Master of Science in Educational Administration degree leads to recommendation for certification as an elementary, middle or secondary school principal. For admission into the Master of Science in Educational Administration program, students must:
- Currently possess a baccalaureate degree in education and a current teaching certificate issued by the state of Missouri
- Provide three letters of recommendation from persons having knowledge of professional ability and character
- Validation of at least two years of teaching experience.
For further information on the requirements for the Master of Science in Educational Administration degree call Southwest Baptist University at 800-792-4191.
