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Eastern University's M.Ed. in Educational Leadership prepares leaders who serve in a variety of school settings. Students learn to become transformational leaders and change agents in their schools and districts through the application of relevant theory to real-world instructional decisions. Students 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.

Program Details

Concentrations

The MEd in Educational Leadership program at Eastern University can be taken with the following Concentrations:

Distinctive 100% Online Master of Education

  • MEd + Administrative or Supervisory Certification in 1 Program: While earning your MEd, your coursework (including internship) will prepare you for Instructional Technology Specialist, Principal, or Supervisory certification.
    • Supervisory certification offered in Special Education, Early Childhood, Science, Social Studies, Math, Reading, and Music
  • Experts in the Field:  Eastern’s curriculum is taught by experienced professionals who have practical experience as principals and educational leaders. Instructors make use of research to keep themselves and the students informed of current best practices.
  • Practical: Online coursework is convenient for working teachers. 
  • Relevant:  Students have the chance to immediately apply the knowledge and strategies to work in their schools and programs. The program focuses on evidence-based practices, research methods, and current issues including state and national standards affecting curriculum.
  • Collaborative:  Gain insights from your peers as you pursue a specialty track in principalship or supervision. 

PA Certification Requirements

Applicants must fulfill specific requirements before being recommended for a PA certification in their concentration area. View the individual concentration pages for more information. Successful completion of 360 hours of internship under the supervision of a mentor certified in your desired certification area.

Careers

  • The General Concentration is intended for those who already hold administrative certification or seek leadership positions that do not require certification including leadership positions in independent schools or department chair positions. 
  • The successful completion of the Principal Certification track will prepare candidates to serve as a PK-12 Principal or Assistant Principal. 
  • The successful completion of the Supervisor Certification track will prepare candidates to provide supervision within a specified instructional or educational service area of the curriculum or school program (Special Education, Early Childhood, Science, Social Studies, Math, Reading and Music). 
  • The successful completion of the Instructional Technology Specialist Concentration will prepare candidates to become school or district-level instructional technology specialists.

Ranked Among Most Affordable Education Leadership Master Degrees

Educational Leadership DegreeEastern University's MEd in Educational Leadership has been ranked among the most affordable Education Leadership Master Degrees in the Middle Atlantic Region by Educational Leadership Degree.

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State Authorizations

Please check the State Authorizations page to determine if Eastern University’s program fulfills your state credentialing requirements. Students who seek similar credentialing in states other than Pennsylvania are advised to contact the appropriate credentialing agency within their home state to seek information and additional guidance about credentialing in your state of residence. Additional state or local district requirements may exist for field placements in this state. Out-of-state student placements cannot be guaranteed by the program or the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. Students are responsible for following all state and local district requirements and regulations for their field placement.