Information for Prospective/Current Students
	Master's Degree
	Ed.D. (Educational Leadership)
	Ph.D. (Educational Science: Science Education)

This major prepares administrators for collaborative leadership in a context of rapid and substantive change. Our central task in these classes is the investigation and clarification of core beliefs about schools, young people, and effective education.

The M.Ed. with a major in Educational Administration prepares individuals to serve as elementary, middle school and secondary principals and central office staff in public and private schools.

Students are encouraged to minor in another area in the College of Education, such as special education, counseling or early childhood. The reason for this marriage is that educational leaders work in educational settings, not as generic managers. This ensures that educational administrators remain active learners in matters of teaching and learning.

Principal Certification:   In order to satisfy Texas state requirements for the principal certificate, additional hours of graduate work beyond the 36 hour M.Ed. program are required. Students who have already earned a master's degree with a major in Educational Administration may pursue the principal certificate but will need to meet with an advisor to determine the courses necessary for certification. Students must also have two years creditable classroom experience to be eligible for certification.

Details about coursework can be found in the TCU Online Catalog.

Advisors: Dr. Mike Sacken, Dr. Dan Powell, & Dr. Bob Maninger

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