Graduate Certificate – Superintendent Online
Help shape the future of education. Gain a top-tier leadership perspective and specialized knowledge in this accelerated program that prepares you quickly for the Oklahoma superintendent certification exam.
Program Overview
Learn about the online superintendent graduate certificate
Prepare for the highest level of educational leadership when you complete your Graduate Certificate – Superintendent online from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Designed for educators with their master’s degree, principal certification and two years of school administrator experience, this certificate program will prepare you for the Oklahoma superintendent exam. Develop advanced expertise in school facility management, finance, resource allocation, educational technology and public-school law while learning from responsive faculty. You will also engage in a hands-on internship with a practicing superintendent to gain essential tools that will enable you to lead school districts to success.
Learning Outcomes:
- Meet the requirements for and prepare to take the Oklahoma superintendent certification exam
- Understand legal regulations as they relate to the administration of public schools and school districts
- Address and manage facilities, finances, resource allocation, resource management and technology for the school district
- Develop and steward a vision through collaboration, personal evaluation, growth and development while also establishing good working relationships with faculty, staff, students, parents and external stakeholders
- Meet the requirements for and prepare to take the Oklahoma superintendent certification exam
- Understand legal regulations as they relate to the administration of public schools and school districts
- Address and manage facilities, finances, resource allocation, resource management and technology for the school district
- Develop and steward a vision through collaboration, personal evaluation, growth and development while also establishing good working relationships with faculty, staff, students, parents and external stakeholders
When you complete this online superintendent certificate program, you will be prepared to take the Oklahoma superintendent exam which will enable you to pursue leadership roles, such as:
- Superintendent
- Assistant Superintendent
- K-12 School District Manager
- Superintendent
- Assistant Superintendent
- K-12 School District Manager
Other online education programs also available:
SE offers a variety of other programs in addition to the Superintendent Certificate online. Check out all our master of education online degree programs .
Accreditation
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accredits the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. CAEP promotes excellence in educator preparation through quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Tuition
Learn why our affordable tuition makes SE stand out
Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers its students the opportunity to earn their online degree with affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition that includes fees.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|
| Superintendent Certificate | $318 | $4,770 |
*University reserves the right to change tuition and fees at any time.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. The first step in applying for financial aid is to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SOSU's Federal School Code is 003179.
Contact Us
Student Financial Aid Office425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Phone: 580-745-2186
Fax: 580-745-7469
Email: [email protected]
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Write down these important dates and deadlines
At SOSU, we offer multiple start dates throughout the year so you never have to wait long to get started on your online degree program. The chart below shows upcoming start dates, along with important deadlines, such as when your application should be submitted and when payments are due.
| 8 week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring II | 3/10/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/17/25 | 3/7/25 | 4/15/25 | 5/4/25 |
| Summer II | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/27/25 | 7/3/25 | 8/10/25 |
| Fall II | 10/13/25 | 9/29/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/10/25 | 11/1/25 | 12/7/25 |
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Admissions
How to apply for your Graduate Certificate – Superintendent online
Southeastern Oklahoma State University's online programs have specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
- Online Application
- Master's Degree
- Minimum 2.75 GPA
If you have any special circumstances that need further clarification, please contact us at 844-515-9100.
Before applying, check to see if the program is offered to residents in your state.
To meet the admission requirements for the Graduate Certificate – Superintendent only, applicants must meet all the following criteria:
- Master's degree from a regionally accredited university
- Principal certification
- Minimum of two years of work experience as a campus administrator
International Application and Admissions Requirements: Please note, unfortunately, students with an F-1 visa are ineligible for online programs.
- Complete the application. There is a non-refundable $30 application fee.
- Academic Records:
- Original final post-secondary transcript(s) from each college or university attended within the United States.
- Post-secondary records from outside the U.S. must be course-by-course analyzed by a NACES (www.NACES.org) educational credential evaluation service such as IERF or WES or ECE.
- English Proficiency: Internet-based TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS Academic score of 6.5; taken within 2 years of enrollment.
- For TOEFL, have your score report sent to Southeastern (institution code: 6657).
- For IELTS, let us know your TRF number.
- You do not need TOEFL or IELTS scores if you meet one of the following:
- English is your first language from a country whose official language is English
- You have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university
- You have a bachelor’s degree from an English speaking country
Official sealed transcripts from all previous institutions should be sent to Southeastern Oklahoma State University:
Southeastern Oklahoma State University/Registrar425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Email: [email protected]
Courses
Enhance your educational leadership skillset with these courses
For the Graduate Certificate – Superintendent, you will complete a total of five courses equaling 15 credit hours, all of which are Superintendent Courses.