Master of Science in Educational Administration Online
The online Master of Science in Educational Administration program is designed to develop your leadership abilities to effectively support teacher and student success, with curriculum tailored to put you ahead of the curve and prepare you for the latest principal certification exams.
Program Overview
Discover our online M.S. in Educational Administration program
Prepare to meet the rising demand for school administrators who aim to lead change in diverse organizations while inspiring achievement across challenging student populations. Our Master of Science in Educational Administration online program at TAMIU gives you the knowledge and credentials you need to prepare for leadership roles in increasingly complex school systems.
This 30 credit hour educational administration online program from TAMIU is designed to enhance your ability to pass required Texas Education Agency principal exams, such as the new Principal 268 and Performance Assessment for School Leaders (PASL) Certification Assessment. Taught by experienced practitioners, the M.S. Ed Admin curriculum emphasizes organizational and instructional leadership to help you develop exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on supporting student success.
Coursework includes Principalship; Advanced Problems in Supervision; and Public School Law. You will complete the educational administration online degree with a practicum so you can demonstrate key competencies under the supervision of a university supervisor and a field mentor in at least three different education levels (elementary, middle and high school).
Our accelerated, 7-week courses are delivered in an online format ideal for working professionals. You can complete your degree in as few as 10 months.
As a graduate of the Master of Science in Educational Administration online program, you will be able to:
- Interpret education policy, public financing and school accountability to develop and implement effective campus teaching and learning processes
- Evaluate research, theory, and data to facilitate the development of a campus vision for learning, communication, legal and ethical interactions with a variety of stakeholders
- Assess the principles of effective leadership, management, and data-driven decision-making to ensure safe and effective learning environments
- Interpret education policy, public financing and school accountability to develop and implement effective campus teaching and learning processes
- Evaluate research, theory, and data to facilitate the development of a campus vision for learning, communication, legal and ethical interactions with a variety of stakeholders
- Assess the principles of effective leadership, management, and data-driven decision-making to ensure safe and effective learning environments
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Accreditation
The Texas A&M International University College of Education is accredited by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification.
Tuition
Experience the value of our affordable 100% online master’s of educational administration
Tuition for the Master of Science in Educational Administration online program is affordable, and can be paid by the course. All fees are included.
In-State Tuition:
The following tuition applies only to Texas residents.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Educational Administration | $367 | $ | $11,010 |
Out-of-State Tuition:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Educational Administration | $1,030 | $30,900 |
*Tuition subject to change.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Our course schedule is designed for flexibility
The Master of Science in Educational Administration program is delivered online, featuring 7-week courses and six start dates each year. Choose the start date that is best for you.
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer I | 5/19/25 | 5/5/25 | 5/12/25 | 5/16/25 | 7/5/25 |
| Summer II | 7/7/25 | 6/23/25 | 6/30/25 | 7/7/25 | 8/22/25 |
| Fall I | 8/25/25 | 8/11/25 | 8/18/25 | 8/22/25 | 10/10/25 |
| Fall II | 10/20/25 | 10/3/25 | 10/15/25 | 10/17/25 | 12/9/25 |
| Spring I | 1/20/26 | 1/2/26 | 1/15/26 | 1/16/26 | 3/7/26 |
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Admissions
Start the application for your online school administration degree today
Applying for the online Master of Science in Educational Administration program is a simple process. Learn more about the admission requirements below.
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree from a regionally accredited university
- Minimum 3.0 GPA on the last 60 hours
- Texas Teacher Certificate
- Two years teaching experience
International Transcript Evaluation:
TAMIU does their own foreign credential evaluations. Graduate School does not require third party evaluations nor are obligated to accept the results, or GPA calculations, if an evaluation is submitted. If an applicant submits an official evaluation, the evaluation does not replace official transcripts or certificates of graduation.
Official transcripts from all institutions attended can be sent to:
Texas A&M International University
Graduate School
Senator Judith Zaffirini Student Success Center, Suite 223
5201 University Boulevard
Laredo, TX 78041
OR
Electronically to GraduateSchool@tamiu.edu
Former TAMIU students DO NOT have to request TAMIU transcripts.
Upload the following documents to your application portal Click Here.
- FERPA consent found here
- Code of Ethics Form Teacher Candidate found here
- College of Education application found here
- Copy of your valid Texas teaching certificate
- Complete the TAMIU College of Education On-line Screening Survey
- (If Required) Submit verification of minimum scaled scores on the (a) Test of English as a Foreign Language internet- Based Test (TOEFL iBT) of 24 for speaking, 22 for listening, 22 for reading, and 21 for writing or (b) International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to evidence English language proficiency if your undergraduate or graduate degree was not earned at an accredited institution of higher education in the United States or at an institution of higher education in a country outside of the United States as listed https://tea.texas.gov/about-tea/laws-and-rules/sbec-rules-tac/texas-administrative-code-title-19-part-7
If transcripts are uploaded to the portal, you will be asked to resend all official transcripts by mail or email and will delay the application process.
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Courses
Take a look at the online master’s in educational administration curriculum
Curriculum for the Master of Science in Educational Administration online program is comprised of 10 courses (30 credit hours), including a fixed first course (EDAM 5301: School Administration) and a two-part practicum (EDAM 5335 and EDAM 5336).
