Develops innovative scholar-practitioners and transformational leaders who use evidence-based research and critical thinking to solve complex problems of practice.
As you pursue an advanced degree with the school district superintendent specialization, you will gain the knowledge and skills specific to being a successful and responsible individual in the field. At USD you will become a leader and an effective school administrator who cultivates change for the future. Our program provides you with a purposeful balance of academic preparation and field-based practical experience so you can pursue your passion of becoming a school district superintendent.
Become a leading authority in education who supplies teachers, students and staff with an optimal learning environment.
The specialist (Ed.S.) degree with specialization in school district superintendent specialization is designed as a post-master’s degree for practicing teachers and/or administrators in the field. The coursework is conveniently offered online while the practical field-based internship is completed under the supervision of experienced school administrators.
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Preparing education leaders to be effective educational administrators.
This program includes an administrative internship designed to prepare you for assuming the role of a school administrator through practical field-based experience. It will enable you to develop and put into practice real-world experiences that focus on a career as a superintendent.
If you live in South Dakota, be sure and take advantage of the 50% reduced tuition program for currently contracted elementary/secondary teachers and vocational instructors.
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GA (Resident*)
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Resident
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Online
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Tuition (1 cr.)
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180.3
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340.15
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470.45
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654.05
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GAF Fee (1 cr.)
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55.3
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55.3
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0
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55.3
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Total
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Tuition rates are subject to change and may vary depending on the program or department. Visit the Graduate Tuition & Costs page for more information.
* Graduate Assistant (GA) rates are available for resident, non-resident and online students.
** Resident rates may be available to you through the SD Advantage, Child of Alumni or Western Regional Graduate Program. To see if you quality, visit usd.edu/grad-tuition.
I’ve finally reached the professional goal that I’ve been pursuing for many years. I’ve finally become a superintendent. It was when I discovered the online coursework available for my specialist degree and some of my doctoral courses that I realized it was possible to pursue an advanced degree in spite of an extremely demanding career.
Mary Ticknor, Ed.S.
Superintendent of Schools
Lisle, Illinois
