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There are many benefits to earning a master’s degree such as the possibility of career advancement opportunities, increasing your earning potential, and increasing your competitiveness in the job market. A master’s degree from OU may also better qualify you for management and leadership positions. In fact, some employers require a master’s degree for management-level positions. OU is a top-tier public institution, and our programs are taught by world-class faculty and professors of practice who prepare students for future success.
Online courses offer convenience and flexibility for you to learn on your own time. Taught by the same world-class faculty and industry leaders, you’ll receive the same degree as a student who attends classes on campus. The online format promotes engaged learning and facilitates connection with fellow students from all over the world providing a rich educational environment and networking opportunities. Like an on-campus degree, the University of Oklahoma’s online programs are accredited and recognized by employers.
Online students receive the same access to resources that on-campus students do. Many of our students have been out of school for a few years or have never experienced online learning; this is why we have a student success team available throughout the program. Our Student Success team provides training on technology and tips to prepare you to be a successful online student. We want students to focus on academics, so we enroll you in all your courses and provide assistance with any administrative items you might need throughout the program.
OU is a top-tier public institution offering high-quality, affordable, professional graduate programs that are committed to maintaining academic excellence. Our mission is to provide the best possible educational experience for our students through excellence in teaching, research and creative activity, and service to state and society.
Yes, OU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The Higher Learning Commission is one of six regional accrediting agencies in the United States. You can find more information regarding OU’s accreditation here.
Those who may be eligible for VA benefits should contact Veteran Student Services by email at veterans@ou.edu or phone (405) 325-4308. You can also find more information on our Veteran Support Alliance page.
Tuition for the online Doctor of Education in Educational Administration (Ed.D.) is $29,700 ($550 per credit hour). Books and other course materials may carry additional costs.
The University of Oklahoma’s Financial Aid office assists students by providing information about financial aid opportunities available at the University of Oklahoma. Please visit the OU Online Financial Aid page, e-mail onlineaid@ou.edu, or call (405) 325-2929 to learn more.
Yes, the program is 100% online offering convenience and flexibility for students who would like to continue working full-time.
Yes, students are required to select a concentration at the time of admission. They may choose a concentration in either Educational Leadership (PK-12) or Higher Education Leadership.
Each course will contain both asynchronous and synchronous components. Throughout the program, each course will have an optional 90-minute per week synchronous session that is recorded and available for student playback.
The online Ed.D. is a 90-credit program that can be completed in 36 months while working full-time.
Applicants must hold a conferred master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university (or appropriate international equivalent). An optional online orientation will be held 2-4 weeks prior to each start.
Applicants must complete an online application and will be asked to submit the following:
- Current resume
- Official college transcripts of both graduate and undergraduate degrees.
- Alumni are not required to submit official transcripts.
- Personal statement – One page (750 words) purpose statement on the dissertation project.
- International students are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores if English is not their first language.
Once you send in your initial application, your enrollment coach will be in touch to inform you of any additional documents we will need. After your application file is complete, it is sent to the admissions committee. The admissions committee operates under a rolling admission process, and admissions may continue until two weeks before the start of classes. Admissions decisions are typically made within one week of submission.
The Ed.D. in Educational Administration has two starts per year: Fall (August) and Summer (May).
Yes, the program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP).
Yes, the program will include a “problem of practice” dissertation, also known as a “practice-based dissertation”. This dissertation is scholarly research that emphasizes the integration of academic research and practical application. In a dissertation of practice, the focus shifts to addressing practical problems and applying research findings to real-world situations.
Tuition for the online Master of Education in Educational Administration, Curriculum and Supervision program is $25,200* (36 credit hours at $700 per credit hour) for the entire program. Fees associated with the program are included in this cost. Books and materials are additional.
Once accepted into the online Master of Education in Educational Administration, Curriculum and Supervision program, students are required to submit a $350 non-refundable deposit. This deposit will be applied to your first semester’s tuition, provided you enroll in the program and start with your designated cohort class.
For more information regarding tuition click here.
*Tuition and fees are subject to change at the discretion of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.
The University of Oklahoma’s Financial Aid office assists students by providing information about scholarship and financial aid opportunities available at the University of Oklahoma. Please visit the OU Online Financial Aid site, e-mail onlineaid@ou.edu, or call (405) 325-2929 to learn more.
The M.Ed. – EACS program is tailored to prepare you for instructional positions in elementary and secondary school systems, administrative roles in government, researcher roles in policy and advocacy centers, and scholarly positions in colleges and universities.
Although most of our students are already educators, we do have students who are working in unrelated fields that want to make the switch to K-12 education administration. We suggest filling out the request form and an enrollment coach will be in touch shortly to discuss the program and help you determine if this program is a good fit for you and your goals.
Yes, the 100% online curriculum offers convenience and flexibility for students working full-time.
The program consists of 36-credit hours and can be completed in 24 months. It is comprised of 12 classes that are broken out into six, eight-week-long semesters. It also includes a principal internship and capstone experience.
To see a sample course sequence, visit our Program Overview page.
To be eligible for consideration into the program, applicants must have a conferred bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Up to 12 credits can be transferred over to this degree. It is up to the admissions committee and registrar to determine which credits meet the requirements for transfer.
Admission to the online Master of Education in Educational Administration, Curriculum and Supervision is selective. To apply for the program, please complete the following steps:
- Complete the Online Application here.
- Submit Additional Documents
- Resume
- Essay question responses (6)
- Submit Official Transcripts
- Official transcript(s) must demonstrate a conferred bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or previous postgraduate level studies with a level of achievement acceptable to the admissions committee.
Once the Office of Graduate Admissions has received all required application materials and evaluated transcripts, the committee will strive to respond to all applicants within two weeks.
For more information on the admissions process, please complete the contact form and an enrollment services coach will be in touch shortly.
The online Master of Education in Educational Administration, Curriculum and Supervision admissions committee operates under a rolling admission process. Classes start in the Spring, Summer, and Fall.
