Graduate Bulletin
Educational Administration, Ed.M.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Fall: May 1
Spring: November 1
Applications are processed as they arrive through the published deadline.
APPLY ONLINE to this graduate program.
Letters of Reference:
Number Required: 3
From Whom: Letters should be obtained from persons knowledgeable about the applicant's academic or professional work experience.
Coursework Required for Admission Consideration:
No specific coursework is required.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:
All applicants must present credentials that are the equivalent of the appropriate baccalaureate degree at Temple University.
Statement of Goals:
The Statement of Goals is typically 2-3 pages in length and contains the following: your reason for seeking the degree, with a specific focus on the career to which you aspire; your research interests; and relevant academic and job-related experiences.
Standardized Test Scores:
The GRE/MAT is required. Scores should be above the 50th percentile.
Minimum TOEFL score needed to be accepted:
550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, or 79 internet-based.
Resume:
A resume is required.
Transfer Credit:
Courses may be transferred from other accredited institutions as long as they have been taken fewer than five years ago and are relevant to the program. Approval by the academic advisor is required. The maximum number of credits a student may transfer is 6.
Program Requirements
General Program Requirements:
Number of Didactic Credits Required Beyond the Baccalaureate: 30
Required Courses:
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION CONCENTRATION:
Core Courses:
ED 5101: Research Design in Education
ED ADMIN 5300: Introduction to Issues in School Leadership
ED ADMIN 5301: Leadership for Learning
ED ADMIN 5302: Context for School Reform Education Law, Policy and Politics
ED ADMIN 5303: Leadership and Supervision for Diverse Contexts: Principals for Ensuring Inclusive, Equitable Learning
ED ADMIN 5304: School Operations: Finance, Management, Technology, and Communication
ED ADMIN 5305: Knowledge Use for School Improvement
ED ADMIN 5306: Change Leadership
Electives – Choose two of the following:
ED ADMIN 5063: Educational Reform
ED ADMIN 5615: Gender Issues in Education
ED ADMIN 5652: Educational Policy: Decision Making
ED ADMIN 5742: Pro-Seminar in Education Policy
ED ADMIN 5895: School Violence: Risk Prevention
ED ADMIN 8553: Profiles in Democratic Ethical Leadership
URBAN ED 5401: Introduction to Urban Schools
ADMINISTRATION OF HIGHER EDUCATION CONCENTRATION:
Core Courses:
ED 5101: Research Design in Education
ED ADMIN 5552: Issues in Higher Education
ED ADMIN 5601: The Two-Year College
ED ADMIN 5772: Law and Administration of Higher Education
ED ADMIN 8787: Administration of Higher Education
ED ADMIN 8941: Planning in Higher Education
ED ADMIN 9982: Independent Study (Higher Education Leadership)
ED PSYCH 8985: Teaching in Higher Education
Field Work:
ED ADMIN 9285: Internship in Administration
Elective – Choose one of the following:
ED ADMIN 5615: Gender Issues in Education
ED ADMIN 5742: Pro-Seminar in Education Policy
ED ADMIN 8461: Analytical Studies in Educational Administration
ED ADMIN 8553: Profiles in Democratic Ethical Leadership
ED ADMIN 8635: Current Issues and Policies
URBAN ED 5630: Special Seminar in Urban Education: Access and Equity in Higher Education
Internship: No internship is required.
Language Examination: No language examination is required.
Culminating Events:
Comprehensive Examination:
The comprehensive examination tests for understanding and application of basic principles and theory of administration. It covers the master's core courses in Educational Administration.
The student is expected to take the examination in the final semester of study.
All faculty members participate in writing questions.
Faculty members evaluate responses to questions in their areas of expertise. No one faculty member scores all responses for a student. Responses are scored "outstanding," "satisfactory," or "fail." The student must attain an overall "satisfactory" rating.
The examination is given mid-semester on a Saturday, during both the Fall and Spring. The exam is waived for students having a cumulative graduate GPA of 3.5 or higher after completion of 30 credits.
Contacts
Program Contact Information:
www.temple.edu/education/elps/
Department Information:
Dept. of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
248 Ritter Hall (003-00)
1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122
marcia.whitaker@temple.edu
215-204-8063
Department Contacts:
Admissions:
Marcia Whitaker
marcia.whitaker@temple.edu
215-204-8063
Program Coordinator:
Steven Jay Gross
sgross02@temple.edu
215-204-8064
Interim Chairperson:
Steven Jay Gross
sgross02@temple.edu
215-204-8064
About the Program
The master's degree is viewed as the first step in formally preparing for an administrative career. The program focuses on the school principalship and other entry-level administrative positions.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 4 years
Campus Location:
Main, Fort Washington, Harrisburg
Full-Time/Part-Time Status:
Students are required to complete the degree program through classes offered after 5:30 p.m. Students are also able to complete the degree program on a part-time basis (8 credit hours or less per semester).
Department Information:
Dept. of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
248 Ritter Hall (003-00)
1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122
marcia.whitaker@temple.edu
215-204-8063
Interdisciplinary Study:
The student must complete 9 credits outside of Educational Administration.
Affiliation(s):
Not applicable.
Study Abroad:
No.
Ranking:
Not applicable.
Areas of Specialization:
The student may select a concentration in either School Administration or Administration of Higher Education. Faculty research covers a wide range of issues and problems in the administration of schools and institutions of higher education.
Job Placement:
Graduates typically become administrators in public or private schools. Some may become administrators in institutions of higher education.
Licensure:
Not applicable.
Non-Degree Student Policy:
A student may complete 9 credits prior to admission to a degree program. All courses except doctoral seminars are open to non-matriculated students.
Although some limited funding opportunities are available, assistantships are generally offered to doctoral-level students.
Updated 2.21.11
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