Eastern University's M.Ed. in Educational Leadership with School Principalship Certification prepares leaders to serve as transformational leaders in a variety of educational settings. Through the MEd, candidates graduate with competency in research-based instructional and leadership practices and the use of critical thinking and ethical problem solving in the role of educational leadership.

Students must complete at least 30 graduate-level credits to earn an MEd.

Course NumberCourse NameCredits
EDUC 517Multicultural Education3
EDUC 587*Instructional Leadership and Supervision (60 hours of Internship)3
EDUC 588*Supervision of Instruction3
EDUC 591*The Principalship (60 hours of Internship)3
EDUC 598*The Principal as a Leader of Organizational Change (120 hours of internship)3
EDUC 599*Leadership Models for Effective Education (120 hours of internship)3
EDUC 623Curriculum Design3
EDUC 624*School Law3
EDUC 635Research Design3
EDUC ElectiveAny EDUC course at the 500 or 600 Level3

* Course required for certification

PA Certification Requirements

Applicants must fulfill the following requirements before being recommended for a PA certification in their certification area.

  • An existing GPA of 3.0
  • Successful completion of course requirements including 360 hours of internship
  • Successful completion of the School Leadership Licensure Assessment
  • Hold an Instructional I or I Certification or an Educational Specialist Certification or Receive Approval by the Education Department
  • 3 years of satisfactory professional experience as a certified teacher or educational specialist