Educational Leadership (SPEC)
Degree
Specialist
Major Credits
30
Total Credits
30
Time to Completion
5 Semesters
Locations
Edina
Accreditation
CAEP
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
Overview
The Specialist in Educational Leadership program is designed to develop school leaders who demonstrate racial competence and the experience, expertise, and tools immediately relevant to lead today’s racially diverse schools. Completion of the specialist degree leads to recommendation for administrative licensure as a Minnesota K-12 Principal or a Director of Special Education.
Program Highlights
- Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation accredited
- Minnesota Board of School Administrators - accredited
- The educational specialist degree provides future educational leaders with the racially conscious knowledge, dispositions, and skills necessary for effective leadership for all students in our educational system.
Application Requirements
- Master's degree from an accredited university
- Resume
Additional Requirements for International Applicants
The program is offered exclusively online and is not eligible for I-20 issuance.
- TOEFL ibt scores sent directly to University Admissions using code 6677. A minimum score of 61 is required.
- Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member
Educational Leadership SPEC Application Deadlines
| U.S.-Based Applicants | International Applicants | |
| Fall Start | July 1 | May 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Start | November 1 | September 1 |
| Summer Start | April 1 | N/A |
Contact Us
Contact Educational Leadership SPEC Graduate Coordinator Learn more about the College of Education Contact Graduate Studies