The College of Education and Human Sciences offers a Master of Education in Educational Administration and Supervision, fully accredited and tailored for educators aspiring to licensure in school leadership. The program, completed online in just one year with 30 credit hours, equips candidates to excel as principals, assistant principals, or district administrators in both public and private educational settings. Candidates from Mississippi, across the United States, and internationally choose Delta State University for this esteemed program, renowned for its national recognition by the National Educational Leadership Preparation (NELP) association and accreditation by the Mississippi Department of Education and CAPE.
Delta State also offers an Ed.S. in Educational Administration and Supervision, which will help you take your school leadership skills and credentials even further!
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Mississippi Educator Licensure Pathway
Why Get an Educational Administration and Supervision Master’s Degree at DSU?
The Master of Education degree in Educational Administration and Supervision provides specialized training in educational leadership within both public and independent school environments. Delving into areas such as leadership, organization, instructional practices, assessment, literacy, and inclusion, the curriculum is designed to align with industry standards including those set forth by the National Educational Leadership Preparation (NELP), School Leadership Licensure Assessment (SLLA), Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL), and the Mississippi Administrator’s Professional Growth Rubric. Completion of the program, coupled with successful passage of the SLLA, leads to the attainment of a Mississippi AA License in Educational Administration, preparing graduates for impactful leadership roles in education.
In response to a growing demand for licensed educational administrators, our M.Ed. in Educational Administration and Supervision program stands as a beacon, addressing the pressing need highlighted by the Mississippi Department of Education’s data. With 82 administrator vacancies recorded during the 2022-2023 academic year and a projected increase to 3,150 administrative positions in Mississippi by 2030—an 8.6% rise from 2020—the significance of quality programs like Delta State University’s becomes ever more evident in meeting the evolving demands of educational leadership.
- Applications accepted year-round
- Flexible enrollment
- Online student advisement
- 30-hour program
- Designed for working professionals
- Multiple field experiences
- Complete at your own pace
- Asynchronous and synchronous class meetings
What Can I Do With a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration and Supervision?
A Master of Education degree offers educators in Mississippi the potential for increased pay, with prospective salaries averaging between approximately $40,000 to $90,000 annually. Moreover, specializing in Educational Administration and Supervision can not only enhance earning potential but also pave the way for further academic advancement. Graduates of such programs are well-positioned to pursue advanced degrees like the Educational Specialist in Educational Administration and Supervision. Through our program, candidates receive comprehensive training tailored to excel in leadership roles within public and private schools. Equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge, graduates are prepared to take on positions as principals, assistant principals, or district administrators, contributing to the enhancement of educational institutions and communities they serve.
”The Educational Administration and Supervision program at Delta State is unmatched. As someone from a non-traditional licensure program, this program was my first experience with a traditional education preparation program. It prepared me for my time as a district administrator and has made me a better administrator overall. Years after graduation, I am still in contact with my professors, which shows you how much the program cares about you and your future career goals.
Dylan Jones, Class of 2020Director of Federal Programs and Data, Sunflower County Consolidated School District
Program Goals
Delta State University’s mission in its educational leadership programs is twofold. Firstly, it aims to cultivate graduates who embody qualities such as instructional leadership, integrity, and adaptability as change agents within the educational landscape. These graduates are dedicated to continuous improvement and actively engage with the larger community to enact positive change. Secondly, the university is committed to serving participating educational leaders by providing access to academic resources, fostering collaboration opportunities, and facilitating relevant research endeavors. Through these initiatives, Delta State University endeavors to empower educational leaders with the knowledge, skills, and networks necessary to drive meaningful change and enhance educational outcomes on both local and global scales.
Admission Requirements
The following are the admission criteria for the MEd in Educational Administration and Supervision, effective fall 2020, as presented in the 2020-2021 DSU Graduate Catalog, and approved by the Mississippi Department of Education. Students seeking a Master of Education degree in Education Administration and Supervision through the public school concentration must meet the following minimum entrance requirements set forth by the College of Education and Human Sciences and the Division of Teacher Education, Leadership, and Research:
- A Class A teaching renewable certificate, or its equivalent. (A Master of Education degree applicant who does not yet qualify for a Mississippi Class A Educator License may be admitted to the Graduate School, but must meet the requirements for a Mississippi Class A Educator License in a teaching field before the end of the first semester of coursework.
- An overall undergraduate grade point average (UGPA) of a minimum of 2.50 or 2.75 on the last 60 hours of required course work. The first 9 hours of coursework must be specified and approved of by the division. NOTE: A minimum grade of B is required for each course for the initial 9 hours. A student with a grade below B in any of the three initial required courses will be allowed to repeat the course(s) one time. No additional courses toward completion of the degree may be taken until initial course requirements are fully met.
- A minimum of 3 years of K-12 teaching experience.
- A minimum score on the Praxis CORE Writing of 162 (provided that the average score of the accepted cohort of candidates meets or exceeds the 50th percentile for the Praxis CORE Writing). Or a passing score on a department writing assessment.
- Letter of recommendation from the current school administrator that addresses the candidates’ ethics, leadership, abilities and potential, collegiality, and ability to perform in the K-12 setting.
To provide the necessary evidence to evaluate whether the prospective student has met the above criteria, the applicant should submit the following documents to the DSU Office of Graduate Admissions:
- A copy of the student’s valid Educator License.
- Official copies of transcripts of all completed university coursework.
- Job verification form to provide evidence of years of experience teaching. (form available through the DSU Office of Graduate Admissions)
- Official copies of the Praxis CORE Writing score. Or passing score on department writing assessment.
- Letter of recommendation from a school administrator.
Curriculum
The curriculum offers an in-depth study of leadership, organization, P-12 instruction, assessment, and supervision, the leadership of literacy, and inclusion leadership. The learning outcomes are based on the National Educational Leadership Standards, the content of the School Leadership Licensure Assessment, and the Professional Standards for School Leaders.
Note: Courses are scheduled in five-week increments in fall and spring semesters. EDL 656 extends the full semester. The Comprehensive Exam and SLLA (School Leadership Licensure Assessment) are taken in the final semester of coursework.
Educational Administration and Supervision
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| EPY 601 | Psychology of Learning | 3 |
| ELR 605 | Methods of Educational Research and Statistics | 3 |
| CUR 608 | Historical Foundations of Educational Through Curriculum Methodology | 3 |
| EDL 601 | Foundations I: Instructional Leadership | 3 |
| EDL 602 | Foundations II: Instructional Leadership | 3 |
| EDL 603 | Foundations III: Instructional Leadership | 3 |
| EDL 620 | Leadership Practices I | 3 |
| EDL 624 | Leadership Practices II | 3 |
| EDL 628 | Leadership Practices III | 3 |
| EDL 656 | School Leadership Internship | 3 |
| TOTAL | 30 | |
Licensure
The Master of Education in Educational Administration and Supervision degree program ONLY leads to licensure in the state of Mississippi. If you plan to become a school administrator in another state, you are responsible for contacting that state’s Department of Education to find out the requirements for a teaching license in that state. Please contact the Office of Clinical Experiences, Licensure, and Accountability for questions concerning licensure.
Degree Requirements
Candidates must successfully complete a thirty-hour program. Twenty-one hours of study are on the foundations and application of school leadership and clinical experiences in the field. Nine hours are devoted to the psychology of learning, education foundations, research, and statistics. Seven program learning outcomes (PLO) are assessed within the program. Four assessments were developed by the Mississippi Educational Leadership Faculty Association (MELFA) and are required at all Mississippi universities. Additionally, the candidates must earn a passing score on the EAS Comprehensive Exams. Candidates must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.25.
Students who graduate from the program will be able to demonstrate knowledge, application, and understanding of the following:
- PLO1 Content and Pedagogical Content Knowledge (CAEP A.1; NELP 4; ELCC 2, 3 and 6; PSEL4) – SLLA
- PLO2 Program Specific Content (CAEP A.1; NELP 3-7; PSEL 1-10) – Comprehensive Exams
- PLO3 Instructional Leadership (CAEP A.1; NELP 1-5; ELCC 1- 4, and 6; PSEL 3, 4, 5, 8 and 10) – EDL 603/703 MELFA Assessment 4
- PLO4 Evaluating and Improving Instruction and Curriculum Systems (CAEP A.1; NELP 4 and 7; ELCC 2, 3 and 6; PSEL 3-5) – EDL620720 MELFA Assessment 3
- PLO5 Operations and Management (CAEP A.1; NELP 1-3 and 6; ELCC 1-6; PSEL 1-4 and 9-10) – EDL 624/724 – MELFA Assessment 5
- PLO6 Organizational Management and Community Relations (CAEP A.1; NELP 3, 5 and 6; ELCC 2-6; PSEL 3, 5, 8 and 9) EDL 628/728 – MELFA Assessment 6
- PLO7 Dispositions for Educational Leadership (CAEP A.1-A.5; NELP 1-8; PSEL 1-10) – EDL 656 MELFA Dispositions
For more information on degree requirements, specifics on courses needed to complete the degree, and policies, consult the Graduate Academic Catalog.
Fees
Tuition at Delta State University covers the cost of classes.
Online courses are assessed a $5.00 per credit hour distance learning course fee.
Review the graduate academic catalog for other course related fees.
