Online M.S. in Education – Education Administration
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SLLA exam preparation
Experienced and supportive faculty
Licensure options available
Six start dates each year
Transform Your Teaching Career as a Credentialed School Leader
Application Deadline 08/17/26
Start Date 08/31/26
The online Master of Science in Education – Education Administration from Shenandoah University delivers career-ready leadership skills while also preparing you for the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA) exam. With licensure and non-licensure concentration options, this program is designed to help you achieve your unique professional goals through courses that cover all aspects of school leadership, including law, finance, and curriculum development.
- Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
- Graduate ready to sit for the SLLA exam with confidence
- No GRE or GMAT score required
- Explore your professional interests with diverse elective course options
- Learn from faculty members who have served on local school district boards
Build Your Career With an Optional Licensure Track
Becoming a trusted school leader starts with choosing the education administration concentration that best supports your long-term professional goals.
- Modality: Online
- Credit Hours: 30
- Duration: 18 months
In this Master of Science in Education Administration, you will gain the skills, knowledge and practical experience to become a licensed school leader in the state of Virginia. This program is intentionally aligned with Virginia licensure requirements and state approval is in progress.
- Modality: Online
- Credit Hours: 30
- Duration: 20 months
Pursue a variety of leadership roles when you earn SU’s education admin master’s degree. In lieu of licensure preparation, you will have more elective coursework options.
Courses: Learn From Outstanding Local School Leaders
Regardless of the concentration you choose, you’ll complete 30 total credits to earn your online M.S. in Education – Education Administration degree. Each course is taught by outstanding faculty, many of whom are school district leaders and apply their real-world experience to lessons with personalized instruction for every student.
Reach Your Full Potential in Your Education Career
With Shenandoah’s online M.S. in Education – Education Administration program, you’ll learn to address and solve complex problems within the education system while serving your community as a trusted school leader.
In-Demand School Leadership Careers
Elementary, Middle, or High School Principal $104,070 per year1
Postsecondary Education Administrator $103,960 per year2
About Shenandoah University
Shenandoah University was established in 1875 and is headquartered in the top of Virginia. With industry-specific online degree programs, we extend the opportunity for working adults to prepare for professional success in a convenient platform. A private, nationally recognized university, Shenandoah blends goal-oriented academic options with career experiences, creative energy and intellectual challenge. Join our close-knit community of online learners and discover your full potential.
Online Learning Experience
At Shenandoah University, learning online doesn’t mean learning alone. Join SU’s close-knit community, where caring instructors are eager to answer your questions. Our Office of Learning Resources and Services is also available for additional assistance. Build the future you want while experiencing maximum support with Shenandoah’s convenient online programs.
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- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Elementary, Middle, and High School Principals.” Retrieved Aug. 6, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Postsecondary Education Administrators.” Retrieved Aug. 6, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.