Educational Administration and Supervision, EdS

A post-master’s degree preparing you for senior leadership

The EdS degree in educational administration and supervision is a sixth-year post-master’s degree designed to prepare individuals for senior-level leadership positions in education. Program studies are adapted for the challenges of unique school district roles such as personnel administrators, curriculum supervisors and directors of special program areas. Upon completion of the program, individuals are eligible to upgrade previously held licenses.

Candidates can complete the EdS degree completely online after receiving their master’s degree in an education-related area. Students receive real-life experience through the completion of District Service Leadership Projects (DSLPs) as well as two internship classes.

Get started on your educational administration and supervision degree

Take the next step toward earning your degree in administration and supervision. We have the resources to answer all your questions and help you get started.

Why study administration and supervision at ECU?

When you complete our online administration and supervision degree, you’ll have access to all these benefits of attending ECU:

Applied learning

Engage with stakeholders and put your education to practice in six leadership development areas that emphasize student learning, teacher empowerment, community involvement, organizational management, school culture and safety, and school improvement — for a well-rounded administration degree.

Real-world experience

Complete two internships for hands-on learning and résumé enhancement.

State licenses

Potentially upgrade your previous license to an administrator II license and superintendent license or a curriculum-instructional specialist II license.

Our lowest tuition rates

Complete this high-quality degree at our lowest tuition rates — distance education course fees — for the best value among graduate schools for education.

Courses you will take in the educational administration and supervision degree program

Be ready for a senior leadership position in education with courses that will prepare you to succeed in today’s schools such as:

• School and Community Cultures
• Advanced School Law and Policy
• Introduction to Internal Evaluation in Education
• Theories of Educational Administration

All classes are taught by ECU faculty who have practitioner experience in K-12 settings and can provide their unique perspective to ensure your ability to connect classroom learning to real-life situations.

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What can you do with your administration and supervision degree?

Upon completion of your degree, you’ll be a better problem solver, communicator, innovator, collaborator, and change agent for school improvement and student success.

Potential Career Paths

• Principal or assistant principal
• Superintendent
• Personnel administrator
• Curriculum supervisor
• Special program area director