MA Educational Administration

Program Details

• ADMISSION

  How to Apply

  Admission Requirements

  • Conferred bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
  • A valid prerequisite credential
  • Two letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with your work in the field of education, preferably from supervisors
  • Statement of purpose or reply to prompt: When you reflect on your current role in the workplace, describe how you are supporting educational equity and how you hope to expand that goal as a future leader.
  • GPA according to the university admission policy
  • At least four years of full-time classroom teaching or other qualifying experience as recognized in writing by the your employer’s human resource officer
  • Completion of the graduate/post-baccalaureate application to the university
  • No GRE required to apply

  Please note: To be considered for admission you must reside in an approved state.

• COSTS

  Semester	Units*	Subtotal**
  Fall Semester - Block 1	6	$2,994
  Fall Semester - Block 2	6	$2,994
  Spring Semester - Block 1	5	$2,495
  Spring Semester - Block 2	4	$1,996
  Summer Semester - Block 1	4	$1,996
  Summer Semester - Block 2	5	$2,495
  Total	30	$14,970

  *Unit rate for this program is $499

  **University semester fees not included. View complete breakdown of Extended Learning fees. Semester tuition subtotals based on sample program sequence. All quoted tuition rates are based on previous academic years and are subject to change without notice.

  Funding and Financial Aid

  • This program is eligible for financial aid
  • Visit the Extended Learning funding page or call 760-750-4850 to learn more about your funding options
  • Federal VA educational benefits can be used for this program (not eligible for Cal Vet fee waiver)
  • Active duty military, veterans and dependents should visit the military services page or call 760-750-8705

• COURSE SEQUENCE

  View course descriptions and specific program requirements on the Educational Administration Catalog Page

  Sample Schedule for Fall Start

  Semester	Course (units)
  Fall Semester - Block 1	EDAD 610 (3) EDAD 612 (2) EDAD 624A (1)
  Fall Semester - Block 2	EDAD 614 (3) EDAD 616A (2) EDAD 624B (1)
  Spring Semester - Block 1	EDAD 618A (2) EDAD 626A (2) EDUC 622A (1)
  Spring Semester - Block 2	EDAD 618B (2) EDUC 622B (1) EDUC 698A (1)
  Summer Semester - Block 1	EDAD 616B (2) EDUC 622C (1) EDUC 698B (1)
  Summer Semester - Block 2	EDAD 620 (3) EDAD 626B (1) EDUC 698C (1)

  Sample Schedule for Spring Start

  Semester	Course (units)
  Spring Semester - Block 1	EDAD 610 (3) EDAD 612 (2) EDAD 624A (1)
  Spring Semester - Block 2	EDAD 614 (3) EDAD 616A (2) EDAD 624B (1)
  Summer Semester - Block 1	EDAD 618A (2) EDAD 616B (2) EDUC 622A (1)
  Summer Semester - Block 2	EDAD 618B (2) EDAD 622B (1) EDAD 698A (1)
  Fall Semester - Block 1	EDAD 626A (2) EDUC 622C (1) EDUC 698B (1)
  Fall Semester - Block 2	EDAD 620 (3) EDAD 626B (1) EDAD 698C (1)

  Schedules are subject to change.

• FAQ

  What key knowledge areas will be covered in the program?

  • Leading an institution with values and focus on social justice
  • Preparation for the Cal Administrator Performance Assessment with current Cal APA assessors
  • Improving curriculum and instruction
  • Creating an environment to nurture literacy and digital learning
  • Managing budget, legal issues and personnel
  • Understanding and responding to data
  • Engaging in sound theoretical and practical leadership philosophies
  • Developing a culture of continual school improvement

  What type of instructors are teaching the program?

  The faculty here at CSUSM are dedicated to make this 12-month online program a valuable experience. With an entire faculty made up of experienced school administrators, you can rely on a high level of interaction with your professors and an education that can truly be learned today and applied tomorrow.

  What services do you offer to active military, veterans and dependents?

  Please visit our military and veteran services page to learn how we can help you with VA benefits, campus resources, financial aid and more.