Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Educational Administration in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,350
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Cultivating skilled leaders to guide the creation and evolution of learning systems.
The Educational Administration program at UMass Boston aims to prepare capable leaders who facilitate change and innovation in schools and community organizations across all levels, while challenging systemic inequalities in education and tackling social justice concerns at personal, institutional, and societal scales.
Program objectives center on delivering both practical and theoretical learning through Eight Leadership Principles that explore influential beliefs and values, culturally responsive approaches to foster fair and inclusive teaching, and helping students build a portfolio demonstrating leadership competencies.
Participants complete foundational courses offering a thorough understanding of educational leadership, along with hands-on practicum/internship placements. While sharing this core structure, students tailor their field experiences to prepare for specific leadership positions in educational and community settings. Core curriculum covers subjects like leadership dynamics, organizational change, curriculum development, staff management, education law, financial planning, diversity in education, and data-driven school enhancement—all viewed through a social justice lens.
This cohort-based program admits students annually each spring for a September start. Completion requires thirty-six graduate credits.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
The program will recommend admission for those MEd and CAGS applicants who present evidence of their ability to do graduate work with distinction Such evidence will normally include
At the time of enrollment a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited US institution of recognized standing or an international equivalent
An undergraduate grade point average at the time of graduation of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or international equivalent or discipline specific GPA calculation as evidenced by an official transcript
Two letters of recommendation Typically one or more letters from former professors familiar with the applicants academic abilities provide the strongest recommendations Recommenders should have worked closely with the applicant in an academic professional or community service setting Letters should not be written by friends or family members of the applicant Letters should focus on the applicants abilities and past academic performance while also indicating an ability to effectively complete graduate level coursework
A rsum that documents two or more years of work experience as an educator or in the field of education
Statement of purpose The statement of purpose is your opportunity to show the graduate admissions committee why you wish to pursue graduate study in this program as well as your specific interests and goals
Submission of the Graduate Record Examination GRE or the Miller Analogies Test MAT scores optional
PBT - 550, TOEFL IBT - 79, IELTS - 6.0, DuoLingo - 100
At the time of enrollment a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited US institution of recognized standing or an international equivalent
An undergraduate grade point average at the time of graduation of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or international equivalent or discipline specific GPA calculation as evidenced by an official transcript
Two letters of recommendation Typically one or more letters from former professors familiar with the applicants academic abilities provide the strongest recommendations Recommenders should have worked closely with the applicant in an academic professional or community service setting Letters should not be written by friends or family members of the applicant Letters should focus on the applicants abilities and past academic performance while also indicating an ability to effectively complete graduate level coursework
A rsum that documents two or more years of work experience as an educator or in the field of education
Statement of purpose The statement of purpose is your opportunity to show the graduate admissions committee why you wish to pursue graduate study in this program as well as your specific interests and goals
Submission of the Graduate Record Examination GRE or the Miller Analogies Test MAT scores optional
PBT - 550, TOEFL IBT - 79, IELTS - 6.0, DuoLingo - 100
Tuition
USD
28,350