Master in Educational Leadership and Administration (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition is $14,250, with estimated textbook costs of $2,025 and total program cost at $17,775., and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

This program focuses on developing leadership skills through research-based approaches to educational change. Students engage with theory and practice to build strategic, ethical, and innovative leadership capabilities. The curriculum emphasizes applying knowledge to real-world educational settings through a capstone project. It is designed for educators seeking to lead transformation in schools, districts, or related organizations.

Focus areas include Transformational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Educational Change Management, Ethical Leadership, Instructional Leadership, Leadership Communication.

The program requires 10 courses totaling 30 credits, including a 3-credit capstone project. All coursework is completed online and structured in 8-week terms.

Graduates enter roles such as school administrators, instructional coordinators, higher education administrators, educational consultants, and corporate training managers.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum 2.5 GPA. A completed application and official transcript are required. A government-issued photo ID is also needed.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. 100% online, full-time, with courses starting every 2 weeks and completion in 2 years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.

Aspen University, founded in 1987 and based in Denver, is a nationally accredited online institution offering flexible programs across nursing, health sciences, business, education and technology. Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), Aspen focuses on providing accessible distance education for motivated learners seeking career advancement or academic credentials through online delivery.

Programs range from certificates to doctoral degrees and emphasize applied skills, contemporary practice and flexible pacing to suit working students and international learners. Online instruction is supported by faculty, digital resources and structured coursework that combine theoretical foundations with practical assignments and professional development activities. The institution highlights inclusion, non-discrimination and support services designed to help students navigate online study.

Aspen’s student-friendly online model suits people balancing work, family and study, offering opportunities to earn recognized credentials without relocating. Career-oriented curricula, academic advising and pathways to licensure or further study help graduates pursue advancement in their chosen fields. For learners seeking a responsive, remote education option with institutional accreditation and practical focus, Aspen University presents a convenient route to professional growth.