University of Dayton, Ohio

Educational Leadership

The University ... plays a significant role in preparing Ohio principals, with nearly 20 percent of the state's newly licensed principals graduating from the University of Dayton. Students of these principals also meet or exceed expectations at a higher rate than those of graduates of other Ohio principal license programs, according to the Education Preparation Performance Report, 2012, by the Ohio Board of Regents. (Grading Teachers, Jan. 4, 2013, UD News)

We offer graduate-level programs that prepare educational professionals to serve effectively at all levels of leadership in pre-kindergarten to grade 12 public, Catholic and other non-public schools.

We also seek to contribute to the knowledge base in school administration and provide service to all pre-kindergarten to grade 12 schools. With courses offered at our main campus, at satellite locations and online, our students can achieve their educational goals at their own pace while maintaining their professional responsibilities.

The Department of Educational Leadership offers a master's degree and a specialist degree. In addition, a related Ph.D. in educational leadership is available from the School of Education &  Allied Professions. We also offer licensure programs for principals, CIPD and superintendents. Read more >>

What's New?

Find out what else the Ohio Board of Regents has to say about teachers and principals who graduate from our programs >>

What's Coming Up?

PRINCIPAL PROGRAM INTERNS (EDA 607):
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ABOUT YOUR PRINCIPAL PREPARATION PROGRAM

Ohio recognizes that high-quality principals come from high-quality principal preparation programs. To improve the quality of teacher preparation programs in Ohio, H.B. 1 of the 128th General Assembly directed the Chancellor of the Ohio Board of Regents to develop a system for evaluating Ohio’s teacher preparation programs. Learn more >>

Ph.D. Graduate Student Seminar

Saturday, March 16: 

On March 16, we will hold our first Ph.D. graduate student seminar.At present, although plans are unfolding, the day will consist of a series of interactive presentations involving current and former Ph.D. students along with members of our faculty. In addition to helping build our research community, the day is designed to allow time for old friends to reacquaint and for new friendships to form. Again, more details will be forthcoming. Please, check back!

For more information, contact Dr. Charles Russo or Nancy Crouchley.

Praxis II Review SESSION

Saturday, March 23: Join us for a Praxis II Review Session in Chaminade Hall, Room 102. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Sessions goes until 12 p.m. See flyer (pdf) >>

We offer three graduate degree programs!

Our practices reflect our Catholic Marianist traditions and principles. We aspire to educate for the formation of faith; to provide an integral and quality education; to educate in the family spirit; to educate for service, justice and peace; and to educate for adaptation and change.

The Department of Educational Leadership offers graduate courses on its main campus in Dayton and at various off-campus locations.  In addition, all courses in the master's program and principal licensure program are also offered online. Learn more about online degree options >>

Be sure to check under Resources to view specific courses of study!

Graduate Programs

• M.S. in Educational Leadership
• M.S. with a Catholic School Leadership Concentration
• Educational Specialist Degree (Ed.S.) 

Master's Degree in Educational Leadership

Students may earn a master of science of degree in Educational Leadership (M.S.) by successfully completing 30 semester hours of required coursework. The curriculum covers topics such as the following:

• educational leadership
• supervision and professional development
• instructional leadership
• curriculum
• school law
• internship
• research
• community relations
• leadership in diverse communities
• school finance

The Educational Leadership program serves as a stepping-stone to obtaining a principal license or a curriculum, instruction and professional development (CIPD) license. The principal license may be earned by completing 12 additional semester hours and providing evidence of two years of teaching experience under a standard teaching certificate. A student who has earned a principal license may choose to pursue a superintendent license.

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Master's Degree with a Catholic School Leadership Concentration

The University of Dayton also offers a summer program for Catholic school educators on the main campus and online that prepares individuals to work as effective Catholic school leaders and administrators, meet state licensure requirements and accommodate individual goals. These students earn a master's degree in Educational Leadership (M.S.) with a Catholic School Leadership Concentration.

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Educational Specialist Degree

Students who have completed a master's program may also earn an educational specialist degree (Ed.S.). The Ed.S. program is designed to enhance individual capabilities for educational leadership. The program of study requires a minimum of 33 semester hours of graduate work beyond the master's degree. The University of Dayton partners with Wright State University to offer this program, and courses may be taken on both campuses.

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We offer three licensure programs!

Our practices reflect our Catholic Marianist traditions and principles. We aspire to educate for the formation of faith; to provide an integral and quality education; to educate in the family spirit; to educate for service, justice and peace; and to educate for adaptation and change.

The Department of Educational Leadership offers graduate courses on its main campus in Dayton and at various off-campus locations.  In addition, all courses in the master's program and principal licensure program are also offered online. Learn more about online degree options >>

Be sure to check under Resources to view specific courses of study!

Licensure Programs

• CIPD Licensure
• Principal Licensure
• Superintendent Licensure 

CIPD Licensure

The Department of Educational Leadership offers a graduate-level licensure program in curriculum, instruction and professional development for students who have completed the master's degree in Educational Leadership or a comparable M.S. program. To earn CIPD licensure, candidates must do the following:

• Complete 15 hours of designated CIPD licensure coursework.
• Provide evidence of two years of successful teaching experience under a standard teaching credential.
• Obtain a passing score on the Praxis II state test.

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Principal Licensure

The Department of Educational Leadership offers a graduate-level principal licensure program for students who have completed the master's degree in Educational Leadership or a comparable M.S. program. To earn principal licensure, candidates must do the following:

• Complete 12 hours of designated principal licensure coursework.
• Provide evidence of two years of successful teaching experience under a standard teaching credential.
• Obtain a passing score on the Praxis II state test.

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Superintendent Licensure

The Department of Educational Leadership offers a graduate-level superintendent licensure program in for students who have completed the master's degree in Educational Leadership or a comparable M.S. program and have obtained principal licensure. To earn superintendent licensure, candidates must do the following:

• Complete 12 hours of designated licensure coursework.
• Provide evidence of three years of successful administrative experience under a standard administrative credential.

We offer three programs in conjunction with the Department of Teacher Education!

Our practices reflect our Catholic Marianist traditions and principles. We aspire to educate for the formation of faith; to provide an integral and quality education; to educate in the family spirit; to educate for service, justice and peace; and to educate for adaptation and change.

The Department of Educational Leadership offers graduate courses on its main campus in Dayton and at various off-campus locations.  In addition, all courses in the master's program and principal licensure program are also offered online. Learn more about online degree options >>

Be sure to check under Resources to view specific courses of study!

Programs in Conjunction with the Department of Teacher Education

• Early Childhood Leadership & Advocacy, B.S.E.
• Early Childhood Leadership and Advocacy, M.S.E. (online only)
• Early Childhood Leadership and Advocacy Certificate (online only) 

We have what you need to succeed!

Please go online to porches.udayton.eduamp for the most updated course schedule for the Summer 2013 term. While the Department of Educational Leadership strives to offer the courses printed in the schedule, they are subject to change.

Matrix and Schedule of Courses

• Course Matrix 2013-2014 (pdf) >>
• Summer 2013 Schedule of Courses (pdf) >>
• Spring 2013 Schedule of Courses (pdf) >>

Program Brochures

• Master's Degree in Educational Leadership in Catholic School
  Administration (pdf) >>
• Master's Degree in Educational Leadership (pdf) >>
• Educational Specialist Degree (pdf) >>
• Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development (CIPD)
  Licensure (pdf) >>
• Principal Licensure (pdf) >>
• Superintendent Licensure (pdf) >>

Forms and Handouts

• License Application Process (pdf) >>
• Transfer of Credit (pdf) >>
• Graduate Continuing Services Form (pdf) >>

For all other forms, including the Transfer of Credit Request, please visit the Graduate School on Porches.

Campus Information

• Dayton (1700) Campus FAQ (pdf) >>
• Dublin Campus FAQ (pdf) >>
• Map to Dayton Campus >>
• Map to Dublin Campus >>

Student Handbook

• Student Handbook (2012-2013) (pdf) >>

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Admissions Requirements

Students wishing to pursue a master’s degree in educational leadership are required to:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university.
• Submit an application online.
• Submit an official undergraduate transcript with bachelor’s degree and grade point average posted.
• Hold an undergraduate cumulative grade-point average of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Applicants who have less than a 2.75 cumulative GPA may be admitted if they achieve a raw score of 40 or higher or a scaled score of 396 or higher on the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) or scaled scores of 149 or higher on the verbal ability and 4.0 or higher on the analytical writing sections of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). For tests administered prior to August 1, 2011, a scaled score of 430 or higher on the analytical ability section is required.
• Submit three letters of recommendation from qualified professionals.
• Submit a personal statement or a professional resume.