Master of Education in Educational Leadership – Academic Track Online
This online program helps students without a teaching certificate prepare for leadership and administrative roles in education. Expand your understanding of the education system and learn the inner workings of school finance and administration. This ed leadership track does not require a valid teaching certificate.
Program Overview
Discover our 100% online M.Ed. in Educational Leadership – Academic Track
SOSU's online Master of Education in Educational Leadership – Academic Track program helps students with or without a teaching certificate prepare for leadership and administrative roles in education and beyond. Grow your understanding of the educational system and learn the inner workings of school finance and administration.
If you are interested in education in the business world, this program may give you an advantage over other candidates. The coursework will enhance your credentials in training, curriculum development and information gathering required to perform in a corporate learning setting.
Designed for those interested in leadership but not in becoming a school principal, this program does not lead to initial teaching certification or principal certification in Oklahoma.
If you are interested in principal certification, please see our Master of Education in Educational Leadership – Professional Track program.
Learning Outcomes:
- Knowledge and skills to be developed in this program are aligned with the national Educational Leadership Constituency Council standards
- Two themes are used to provide continuity to the various courses in the program – Servant and Situational Leadership
- Students are equipped with skills to interact with school leaders and professors to build professional relationships and practice service learning in both educational settings and the community
- Students learn how to develop and steward a vision through collaboration, personal evaluation, growth and development and establishing good working relationships with faculty, staff, students, parents and external stakeholders
- Knowledge and skills to be developed in this program are aligned with the national Educational Leadership Constituency Council standards
- Two themes are used to provide continuity to the various courses in the program – Servant and Situational Leadership
- Students are equipped with skills to interact with school leaders and professors to build professional relationships and practice service learning in both educational settings and the community
- Students learn how to develop and steward a vision through collaboration, personal evaluation, growth and development and establishing good working relationships with faculty, staff, students, parents and external stakeholders
As a graduate of this M.Ed. online program, you will be prepared for higher-level school leadership and administrator roles, such as:
- Instructional Coordinator
- School-Building Site Coordinator
- School District Administrator
- University Registrar
- Museum Educator
- Training and Development Specialist
- Lead Teacher
- Instructional Coordinator
- School-Building Site Coordinator
- School District Administrator
- University Registrar
- Museum Educator
- Training and Development Specialist
- Lead Teacher
Other online education programs also available:
SE offers a variety of other programs in addition to the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership – Academic Track 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
Our budget-friendly tuition can be paid as you go
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 Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Ed. in Ed Leadership – Academic Track | $318 | $954 | $9,540 |
*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
Southeastern online 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.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer I | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/9/25 | 6/1/25 | 6/29/25 |
| Fall I | 8/18/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/15/25 | 9/15/25 | 10/5/25 |
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Admissions
Learn more about our online educational leadership program
Southeastern Oklahoma State University's online M.Ed. programs have specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
- Online Application
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
If you have any special circumstances that need further clarification, please contact us at 844-515-9100.
To meet the admission requirements for the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership - Academic Track online program, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.75 overall GPA or minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of courses, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA AND a packet consisting of a current resume, one professional letter of recommendation from a current administrator, and letter of application which outlines the applicant's career goals and objectives (including how an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership - Academic Track will enhance their career) that must be reviewed and approved by program faculty, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university and at least 6 hours in a graduate program from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and must be in good standing at previous university
- No GRE is required for Southeastern Oklahoma State University online M.Ed. programs.
- There is a non-refundable $30 application fee for both domestic and international students.
International Application and Admissions Requirements: Please note, unfortunately, students with an F-1 visa are ineligible for online programs.
- Complete the application.
- 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
Insight into the Master of Education in Educational Leadership – Academic Track online classes
For the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership – Academic Track online, you will complete a total of 10 courses equaling 30 credit hours.