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Master of Arts - Education - Educational Leadership

Washington State University

Pullman — Pullman, Washington, United States

Study Level
Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 31,704
Application Fee
USD 90
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Washington State University (WSU) offers two masters degree programs in Educational Leadership. The Master of Arts in Education – Educational Leadership (M.A.) is a thesis degree designed for students who wish to focus on continued study and research in Educational Leadership and who may pursue a doctoral degree. The non-thesis Master of Education (Ed.M.) degree is designed for professional educators preparing for leadership positions. The M.A. requires a written thesis. The purpose of the thesis is to demonstrate a student’s understanding of educational research & theory as well as a student’s ability to design & implement a research study, and synthesize the results. These hypotheses/questions should be specific, clear, and focused on some aspect of educational inquiry. The thesis includes a review of the pertinent literature related to the research hypothesis/question, a description of the methodology used to investigate the hypothesis/question, the results of the study, and a discussion of the results. The outcome of the thesis research should add to the body of research in the particular field/area. The final examination and defense of the thesis is intended to explore students' abilities to integrate and interpret material in the major and supporting fields with emphasis on the work presented in the thesis. Student Opportunities: WSU’s Educational Leadership master’s degree programs can be aligned with the Principal and Program Administrator Certification programs, for those who qualify for certification and who wish to receive Principal or Program Administrator certificates along with the master’s degree. All required graded courses for these certification programs can be applied to the master’s degree program of study. However, the master’s degree in Educational Leadership can be done without including Principal or Program Administrator Certification classes. In either option, course sequences are designed to permit students at any of WSU’s campuses to complete the master’s degree within two to three years. Career Opportunities: K-12 administrator, preparation for advanced graduate study, administration in public or non-profit agency, leadership positions in higher education.
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 31,704
Application fee
USD 90
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
15 November 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Pullman

Pullman, Washington, United States

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
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About the Institution

Washington State University Everett is a student- and community-centered campus, located in the seventh-largest city in Washington State. Here in Everett, we have the unique opportunity to align world-class WSU academics directly with industry partners. Our high-demand bachelor’s degree programs are built specifically to achieve career-readiness and prepare you for the professional world. Real-world experience and small class sizes on our urban campus create a more personal and meaningful experience. At WSU Everett, you’re more than a number. Your relationships with faculty, staff and peers wi...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.