Principal (Licensure)
The Department of Educational Leadership is committed to the preparation of scholar-practitioners who are dedicated to building learning communities through critical reflection.
Students may earn a Principal license by completing the University of Dayton Master of Science degree in Educational Leadership, or its approved equivalent; successfully completing the 12 semester hours of designated Principal license coursework; providing evidence of two years of successful teaching experience under a standard teaching credential on the level for which the administrative license is sought; and obtaining a passing score (minimum score of 149) on the Educational Leadership: Administrative and Supervision (0411) Praxis II test.
Students have the opportunity to pursue coursework via the Internet or by combining distance learning* and traditional courses in pursuit of the Principal license.Academic Requirements
Program requirements can be found in the online Catalog. Simply select the area of study and click "Explore".
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Department of Educational Leadership
School of Education and Allied Professions
300 College Park Ave.
Dayton, OH 45469
Phone: 937-229-3755
Fax: 937-229-3392
Janice Keivel
Administrative Associate
937-229-3755
Tammy Kidder
Senior Administrative Assistant
937-229-3288