Master’s in Educational Administration
Shaping the Future of Education with an Administration Degree
The University of Michigan-Flint’s Master of Arts in Educational Administration degree program is designed to foster effective teacher-leaders and principals within P-12 education environments. Providing the practical tools and expert knowledge you need for your path in educational leadership, the program will help you obtain an administrative certification and gain leadership experience and skills to transform schools.
Why Earn Your Educational Administration Degree at UM-Flint?
Course Schedule
At the University of Michigan-Flint, we understand that you have a busy schedule as a professional educator. The design of the program provides the opportunity for you to take two courses a semester. Each course meets four times in-person* along with asynchronous course work.
*Starting in Fall 2027, Saturday course meetings will become required in-person sessions for all new and continuing students.
Part-time Study
The Educational Administration master’s degree program typically can be finished in 20 months. Coursework is completed part-time to help you find your balance between work and graduate school. All required courses must be completed within five calendar years of initial enrollment.
Small Cohorts
The Educational Administration program provides an inclusive learning environment. You complete the program with a cohort of 20-30 fellow students who share your passion for educational excellence. This cohort structure enables you to develop a support network for personal and professional development.
School Administrator Certificate and Path to a Doctorate
The MA in Educational Administration is approved by the Michigan Department of Education for Principal Preparation. Upon graduation from the program, you are eligible to apply for the Michigan School Administrator Certificate with K-12 Administrators endorsement.
The Educational Administration master’s degree program provides excellent preparation for students who plan to pursue higher degrees, including the Education Specialist and Doctor of Education at UM-Flint.
MA in Educational Administration Program Curriculum
The master’s in Educational Administration degree program’s in-depth curriculum is rigorous, challenging, and well-rounded. The courses develop your broad base of knowledge as well as a specialized understanding that can empower you to succeed as a leader in educational administration. Emphasizing field-based learning (minimum of 270 hours), the courses and project work give you an informed perspective on the challenges and responsibilities facing P-12 education today.
Courses of UM-Flint’s Educational Administration program are taught by faculty who are practicing educators and accomplished leaders and administrators in P-12 schools. These renowned professors inspire you to ignite meaningful organizational and systematic changes with their real-world experiences.
Courses
The Master of Arts in Educational Administration program encompasses the following courses. Typically, you finish two courses each fall and winter semester and one course each spring and summer semester. Besides the online coursework, you attend once-a-month, Saturday classes.
View the full Educational Administration program curriculum.
Master’s in Educational Administration Career Outcomes
The University of Michigan-Flint’s master’s degree in Educational Administration provides the credentials and confidence you need to advance your career as a leader. With the degree and the School Administrator Certificate, you are able to make a greater impact on P-12 education, from improving teaching outcomes to creating an equitable, safe, and inclusive learning environment for students and teachers.
By finishing the Master of Art in Educational Administration program, you can elevate your career to leadership positions as a principal at public, private, or charter schools. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median wage for elementary and secondary school education administrators is $96,810/year.
Each State Department of Education makes the final determination on a candidate’s eligibility for license and endorsement. State educational requirements for licensure are subject to change, and the University of Michigan-Flint cannot guarantee that all such requirements will be satisfied through the completion of the Educational Administration program.
Refer to the Educational Administration Statement 2024 for more information.
Admission Requirements (No GRE Required)
The University of Michigan-Flint’s rigorous Master of Arts in Educational Administration expects applicants to meet the following admission requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- A teaching certificate or other PK-12 teaching/administrative experience. (Applicants without a teaching certificate must include a statement about their PK-12 teaching/administrative experience with their application.)
How to Apply to the Master’s in Educational Administration Program
To be considered for admission to the MA in Educational Administration degree program, submit an online application below. Other materials can be emailed to FlintGradOffice@umich.edu or delivered to the Office of Graduate Programs, 251 Thompson Library.
- Application for Graduate Admission
- $55 application fee (non-refundable)
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please read our full transcript policy for more information.
- For any degree completed at a non-U.S. institution, transcripts must be submitted for an internal credential review. Read International Transcript Evaluation for instructions on how to submit your transcripts for review.
- If English is not your native language, and you are not from an exempt country, you must demonstrate English proficiency.
- Statement of Purpose describing why you want to become a school principal (no more than two pages)
- Two letters of recommendation from individuals knowledgeable of your potential for advanced academic study
- Students from abroad must submit additional documentation.
Admitted students will not be eligible to receive a student (F-1) visa to pursue this degree. Non-U.S. citizens residing outside of the United States may not complete this program online from their home country. If you currently hold a non-immigrant visa and are residing in the United States, please contact the Center for Global Engagement at globalflint@umich.edu for guidance regarding your eligibility.
Application Deadlines
Submit all application materials to the Office of Graduate Programs on, or before, the day of the application deadline. The Educational Administration master’s degree program has rolling admission and reviews completed applications each month.
To be considered for admission, all application materials must be submitted on or before:
- Fall – Feb. 1 (early deadline for guaranteed consideration for scholarships, grants and assistantships)
- Fall – Aug. 1 (final deadline)
Academic Advising Services
At UM-Flint, we are proud to have many dedicated advisors who can help guide your path to achieving the Educational Administration master’s degree. Please reach out to Jim Owen, Graduate Education Advisor at jamesowe@umich.edu for further assistance.
Learn More about UM-Flint’s Master’s in Educational Administration Program
The University of Michigan-Flint’s Master of Arts in Educational Administration program equips you with the knowledge and skills to lead in a contemporary P-12 educational setting.
Increase your influence as an education administrator. Apply today or request information to learn more about our program!
