MASTER OF
EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP—ONLINE
Lead transformative change in EDUCATION
Become the leader our schools need with a master’s degree designed for the modern educator. An inclusive leader who empowers diverse teams and promotes equitable education for everyone. A reflective administrator who creates a culture of collaboration and drives sustainable change in our school systems. At top-ranked Wake Forest, you’ll gain the skills and expertise to expand your impact and address the many challenges facing the field today. Are you ready to get started?
WHY CHOOSE
Wake Forest University?
Career Advancement Equip yourself with the latest tools and techniques you need to drive your career forward, faster. Accomplished Faculty Created and taught by experts in this dynamic, expanding field, our master’s program aligns to today’s market trends and industry demands. Online Flexibility Take your courses 100% online, on your own time and schedule, and at your own pace.
Extensive Support Work 1-on-1 with a Student Success Manager who’s dedicated to your academic and career advancement. You’ll get all the support you would on campus, plus extra resources designed for adult online students. Connected Community Join a diverse, authentic, and accessible learning community. Attend optional live video discussions to engage and network with fellow education professionals and faculty.
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Attend One of the Nation’s LEADING UNIVERSITIES
Top-ranked in the U.S. Earn your master’s degree at a school that’s been recognized for 25+ years.
185+ Year History Enjoy the highest academic quality that blends deep experience with cutting-edge curriculum.
80K+ Alumni
Join our esteemed worldwide network and tap into exciting new opportunities.
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CAREER OUTLOOK
There’s a growing demand for education leaders who don’t just improve student outcomes and school efficiency, but who also promote multicultural education, manage organizational change effectively, and maintain student safety. At Wake Forest, you’ll learn everything you need to get ahead and stand out in this vital field.
23,500 projected openings for
Related career paths include: • School principal • Vice or assistant principal • Superintendent • Academic coordinator • Program manager • Educational consultant
elementary, middle, and high school principals each year, on average, from 2021 to 2031
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CURRICULUM
Our market-driven, interdisciplinary curriculum helps you gain the skills and knowledge to advance from teacher to education leader. Not only is it designed for working adults, but it’s also shaped by experts in the field so you can develop the expertise employers are looking for most.
Total Program Credits: 30
Electives: 3 credits
Core Courses: 27 credits • Foundations of Educational Leadership • Instructional Leadership • Social Foundations of Education • Using Research and Data to Lead School Improvement • Education Law and Ethics • Administration, Supervision, and Community • Human Resources and School Finance
Choose one: • Assessment and Evaluation • Instructional Design and Digital Learning Technologies • Differentiated Instruction • Curriculum Mapping for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Internship: School Executive I • Internship: School Executive II • Capstone in Education
Students must begin the program with Foundations of Educational Leadership. Students will need to complete 12 credit hours, and have permission of the academic director prior to enrolling in the internship courses. Students will have a choice of taking: Internship: School Executive II or Capstone in Education.
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Program
OVERVIEW
Learning Outcomes Graduates will:
• Become successful leaders who drive change in complex systems, develop high-quality instruction, and sustain a culture of improved outcomes for all students. • Master essential topics including educational leadership, instruction, administration, and data-driven improvement. • Gain evidence-based knowledge and professional skills to lead diverse and inclusive teams across various demographics and promote culturally responsive teaching. • Develop key skills and competencies for thoughtful leadership such as communication, change management, creative problem-solving, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness. • Complete a year-long internship that puts their new knowledge into practice.
Length: 2 years (go faster or slower if you need to)
Start Dates: 3 per year (Fall, Spring, Summer) Tuition: $36,060 (scholarships are available for North Carolina educators) This program offers two pathways—non-licensure and licensure for eligible educators in North Carolina.
“Our research indicates that the future of professional education can benefit from a combination of traditional and novel, flexible offerings that advance relevant knowledge and prepare professionals to lead impactful change in their professions and industry.”
—Charles Iacovou, Ph.D. Vice Provost of Wake Forest Charlotte Programs Dean of the School of Professional Studies About the School of Professional Studies
Wake Forest created the School of Professional Studies to help working adults build the skills and credentials needed to thrive in a fast-transforming global marketplace. You’ll gain a rare and valuable blend of leadership, technical, and practical industry expertise that empowers you to advance your career, your organization—and your world.
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Sources: Best National University: https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/national-universities (tie) 25+ Years: https://news.wfu.edu/2020/09/14/wake-forest-ranked-among-top-national-universities-by-u-s-news-2/ Job Growth Through 2031: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/elementary-middle-and-high-school-principals.htm
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