University of South Dakota

Developing Effective Leaders

The Division of Educational Administration at The U is recognized as providing graduate programs of distinction and is considered one of the most outstanding in the Midwest.  In addition to public school executive leadership programs at the principal and superintendent levels, specialization is also offered in adult and higher education.

Although each program, including adult and higher education, involves specialization coursework, a common core of knowledge about leadership and administration is required of all students.

We offer:

• M.A., Ed.S., Ed.D. degrees in:

• • Elementary Principal
  • Secondary Principal
  • PK-12 Principal
  • School District Superintendent
  • Director of Curriculum
  • Director of Special Education (Ed.S. & Ed.D. only)
  • Adult and Higher Education (M.A. and Ed.D. only) 
    

• Administrative Endorsement Program 

Educational Administration Student Handbook

If you are looking to be on the leading edge of your profession, looking for the skills to make important changes in the educational field, you are encouraged to consider the Division of Educational Administration at The University of South Dakota.