Master of School Administration Degree

The Department of Educational Leadership in the College of Education at East Carolina University offers the master of school administration degree. The MSA program (degree code 210) is designed to prepare individuals to assume positions as school administrators and to prepare leaders to help resolve educational issues and problems. The program allows for full-time as well as part-time study. Admission to the program is based on the assumption that candidates will be able to complete the requirements of the program and become successful educational leaders.

Advisor:  Dr. Cheryl McFadden (252) 328-6179, Ragsdale 123.

Course Components

A 42 semester-hour Program of Study beyond the bachelor's degree is required. Course work is distributed as follows:

Leadership Core - 24 semester hours in areas such as curriculum, human resource development, leadership, and political and social issues.

Internship and Reflective Seminars - 12 semester hours in a full time internship and supporting seminar experiences.

Minor - 6 semester hours in a related area of study

Skills Workshops - Workshops are required of students in specific skill areas.

Licensure

The program operates on the assumption that students already possess entry-level licensure. To receive a license to practice school administration in North Carolina, MSA graduates must successfully complete a licensing examination administered by the North Carolina Standards Board for Public School Administration, complete licensure forms (forms U and V), a check for $55.00 (written to DPI), cover sheet, and a transcript release form. All items must be sent to the Department of Educational Leadership. In addition, graduates are required to demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers and technology.

Time Restriction

A student has six years in which to complete all requirements for the degree, including course work and internship. Most students complete their full-time study in two years. Part-time students can complete the program in three years.

Additional Admission Requirement

Completion of a bachelor's degree.  In addition to completion of a bachelor's degree, a student should hold an entry-level school license and have three years of teaching experience.