The Master of Education in Educational Administration and Supervision is designed to develop instructional leaders who can use data for school improvement to enhance student learning. Students are prepared for practice by mastering knowledge, practicing skills and developing moral and ethical standards for leadership. 

The ME in Educational Administration and Supervision is a 30 semester hour program. Students take core educational courses along with courses selected with a faculty adviser based on the student's interests and goals. The program culminates with the completion of either a master's seminar aimed at producing a publishable manuscript, a research-based project, a thesis, or practicum experience depending on the student's interest. Coursework can be completed on campus or through a combination of on-campus and online courses. 

For students who wish to earn a license as building level administrator, this program includes coursework that will lead toward initial administrative license in grades PreK to 6, grades 4 to 8, or grades 5 to 12 for Ohio and, at the same time, meet the requirements for a Master of Education degree. Additional semester hours of course work are required for licensure. 

Admission to the ME in Educational Administration and Supervision

In addition to admission requirements of the College of Graduate Studies, admission to the master's program requires the following:

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year institution

• An overall grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.7 on a 4.0 scale in all undergraduate work or acceptable scores on the GRE for prospective students with less than a 2.7 undergraduate GPA

• A well-written statement of purpose describing the student’s background and goals as well as the importance of the degree in achieving those goals

• Three letters of recommendation regarding the prospective student's potential for doing master's level work from professionals such as an undergraduate major advisor, current employer, school principal or others who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s ability to engage in graduate work in the desired program

The master's program has selective admissions and may admit a limited number of students. Thus, meeting all formal criteria does not guarantee admission.

What to Submit with Your Application

• Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education

• Statement of purpose

• Three letters of recommendation 

• GRE scores if required

Requirements for the ME in Educational Administration and Supervision

For the Master of Education degree, students must complete the following program requirements:

• A minimum of 30 semester hours of approved graduate course work

• The master's core requirement by completing one course in each of the four foundational areas in education (curriculum, research, psychological, and social and philosophical) within the first 18 semester hours of course work, i.e. four of the first six courses must be core courses

• An area of specialization in administration and supervision with courses pre-approved by the faculty advisor

• A thesis, project, research seminar, or field experience (practicum)

For Ohio licenure, students must complete: 

• Additional semester hours to fulfill the credential requirements as well as the degree requirements 

In addition, no more than six semester hours of credit from any combination of workshops (5950), problems or special topics courses (5980 or 6980), and independent studies (5990 or 6990) may be included in the degree program.

All coursework and requirements of the master's degree must be taken within a six-year period immediately preceding the date the degree is awarded.

Plan of Study

A plan of study identifying the courses for the master's degree is required after 12 credit hours, generally at the end of the first semester of full time study. The master's plan of study must include the following within the 30 semester hour minimum:

• 12 credits of master's core courses

• 15 credits of specialization in administration and supervision

• 3 credits of thesis, project or research seminar 

Licensure or endorsement requires additional semester hours, as well as documentation of teaching experience, to fulfill the credential requirements as well as degree requirements.​ Students should consult their advisor for detailed information.

Other Requirements

Prior to Applying for Ohio Administrator License

• Two years of of successful teaching experience for your licensure area

• Acceptable scores on the Ohio Assessment for Educators (OAE) Content Assessment for the licensure area

Guide for Developing a Plan of Study

Below is a guide for developing a Plan of Study for the Master of Education in Administration and Supervision. Students should work with their faculty advisor to identify specific courses to fulfill program requirements. 

Additional hours are required to fulfill licensure requirements.