About the course
The C.A.S. program in Educational Leadership prepares graduates to be effective, collaborative, equitable, and compassionate administrators in school buildings and districts.
This program in the Department of Teaching and Leadership leads to dual New York State certification as a School Building Leader and a School District Leader. Graduates focus on educational equity and have a deep understanding of the roles they will play as leaders in the 21st century schools, and hold roles as superintendents, assistant and associate superintendents, principals, directors, chairs, and other school and district leadership positions.
Students typically complete the program in 3-4 years of full-time study, but completion time can be shortened with study during the summer. Part-time study is also available for students working, including full-time teaching positions. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
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Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: US$50,544
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Entry requirements for Syracuse University
A completed master’s degree and a minimum of three years teaching experience to be eligible for the C.A.S. program. Letters of reference from at least three persons who can speak to the applicant’s professional, leadership, and academic qualifications and who are willing to be contacted for a phone interview. Include email and phone contact information. (Two should have supervised the applicant at some point in time). Cumulative undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0. Personal essay demonstrating candidates’ beliefs about student learning, commitment to diversity, enthusiasm for learning, willingness to foster collaboration, and ethics. Resume. Applicants with strong applications will be contacted for an admissions interview.
English language requirements
6.0
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0
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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Syracuse University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.
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