MA in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (Higher Education Leadership) in Sacramento United States | California State University, Sacramento

Sac State stands among just a handful of California universities holding full membership in the University Council for Educational Administration (UCEA). This distinction reflects the excellence of the EDLP program and the high qualifications of its alumni. The Higher Education Leadership track within the EDLP graduate degree emphasizes professional training and continuous enhancement of leadership abilities for both current and future higher education administrators. Program alumni have successfully pursued diverse careers throughout the higher education sector.
The curriculum is offered through hybrid and fully online options. Participants benefit from mentorship by seasoned higher education professionals and peer support within cohort-based learning groups. Every student participates in team-based research projects, gaining expertise in both educational research methodologies and the practical application of research to shape impactful policies and leadership approaches in higher education institutions.