Educational Leadership, Renewal, and Change
Principal Licensure and Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Education and Human Resource Studies
Degree Overview
Prepare for a leadership position in education with our Master of Education and principal licensure program. Through your coursework, you will:
- Develop the leadership skills needed to direct educational programs
- Become a facilitator of educational change
- Implement new approaches to solve the problems confronting education
The program strives to meet the growing needs of public and private schools for highly qualified educators, including those in high-demand areas such as science, technology, engineering, and math.
- Obtain a stronger understanding of pedagogical skills and effective theories of learning.
- Advance your own education while remaining employed full-time.
- Gain knowledge that can be applied immediately to your career.
- Learn from highly qualified Colorado State University faculty members who are content experts in their fields.
Requirements
On-site attendance is required to complete the program, with classes taking place in schools in Loveland, CO. You must complete 24 credits for the principal licensure only, or 33 credits for both the master's degree and principal licensure.
CSU's School of Education has been preparing teachers and teacher educators, educational specialists, administrators, and trainers for over 70 years.
Curriculum
The curriculum provides you with a strong foundation in education and school administration.
Career Opportunities
Through this program, you can advance your career in education and prepare for a leadership role within schools and school districts.
How to Apply
Applicants may apply for either the principal licensure only, or both the principal licensure and master's degree program. Both options require a valid teaching license and at least three years of teaching experience. GRE scores are not required.
- For the principal licensure only, a master's degree from an accredited institution is required.
- For both the licensure and master's degree program, a bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited institution is required.
U.S. News and World Report ranks Colorado State University's online education degree programs among the top in the nation in terms of student engagement and accreditation.
The Learning Experience
You are part of a cohort of students who proceed through a structured program together. Courses are offered on-site at Thompson School District in Loveland, CO.
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Heidi Frederiksen
School of Teacher Education and Principal Preparation
(970) 491-5292
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Heidi Frederiksen
School of Teacher Education and Principal Preparation
(970) 491-5292
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Degree at a Glance
Location
Thompson School District in Loveland, CO. On-campus attendance is required to complete this program.
Total credits
– 24 credits for the principal licensure (This option is only for those who have previously earned a master's degree.)
– 33 credits for the M.Ed. and principal licensure
Tuition/fees
$459 per credit (financial aid available)
Time frame
Program can be completed in one year. Summer courses are required to complete this program. As a cohort program, the same group of students begins, proceeds through, and completes the program together.
Designed for
This program is designed for two different audiences:
Individuals who have a master's degree and are only seeking a principal license.
OR
Individuals seeking a master's degree in Educational Leadership, Renewal, and Change as well as a principal license.
What you will earn
You will earn the same regionally-accredited Colorado State University degree that a student on the Fort Collins campus is awarded. Your diploma and transcript are identical to those awarded to on-campus students.
