If you’re looking to advance your career in education, an Education Specialist degree from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota can set you up on the right path. We offer this program online for adult students looking to continue their learning so they can pursue jobs in educational administration. With two adult learning campuses in Minneapolis and Rochester, we make it easy for you to balance your classes with your family responsibilities. Here, our team discusses the benefits of earning your education specialist degree online and how our focus on Lasallian Catholic values enhances your education.
Flexible Education at Your Fingertips
At Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, our Ed.S. in Educational Administration program is fully remote, combining online synchronous learning sessions alongside your peers and independent work completed at your leisure. With an online degree, you can continue working while learning and taking classes. You can complete our 36-credit program in one year, and you’ll need an additional two years to complete your licensing. We also offer financial aid and scholarships for eligible graduate school attendees.
Our remote program combines independent work with synchronous classes with your peers, allowing you to benefit from real-time instruction and teaching while completing coursework on your schedule. Additionally, this program is more cost-effective than traditional graduate programs and takes less time to complete. With start dates in September and January, you don’t have to wait to start learning.
An Overview of Our Education Specialist Degree Program
The Ed.S. degree is a unique academic achievement between a master’s degree and a doctorate. It positions you as a subject matter expert in the realms of education and leadership. You’ll learn current teaching methodologies and proven leadership skills that set you up for success as an educational administrator.
This program combines an administrative licensure certificate with six credits of specialized coursework. You can choose from the following certificates to help you meet your educational and career goals:
Program Features
In addition to being flexible and affordable, our Ed.S. program has unique features that offer personal and career benefits:
- A two-day summer institute allows you to connect with faculty and peers in person while engaging with inspirational speakers from around Minnesota
- Courses focused on developing character and virtue strengthen your leadership skills and emphasize your moral character
- A dedicated university advisor with years of experience in the educational field supports you every step of the way, aids you in your studies and field experiences, and answers questions about the programs.
- A partnership program with regional and national employers that helps provide scholarships to employees who want to further their careers
We designed this program to teach you practical leadership skills and moral character. You’ll learn how to collaborate with your colleagues to create a visionary plan for your school, district, or other educational institution. You’ll be taught how to manage operations, including your staff, budget, and other physical resources.
We’ll teach you to effectively communicate with everyone, value the skills every person brings to your team, lead ethically, and create a safe and effective environment for your students to learn in.
When you enroll in our Ed.S. program and your choice of administrative licensure courses, you’ll take practitioner-focused classes such as:
- Leading Flourishing School
- Continuous Improvement for Learning
- School Leadership: Purpose and Motivation
- Ethical Decision-Making for School Leaders
We organized this program according to the requirements set forth by the Minnesota State Board of Education to help you develop administrative, management, and research skills so you can lead flourishing schools.
Career Outlook
Earning your Ed.S. degree from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota unlocks career and personal opportunities. These opportunities recognize your knowledge and credentials, can boost your earning potential, and may put you in a position for potential promotions and career advancements.
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for postsecondary education administrators is $102,610 as of May 2023. Those working in state colleges, universities, and professional schools tend to earn more than those in private institutions, but wages may fluctuate depending on experience and the specific role.
Catholic Education for Character
When you choose Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, you are choosing an institution founded on Lasallian Catholic values. We design our academic programs to focus on quality education and character so our graduates can be moral leaders in their schools and communities. Our desire is for our graduates to be knowledgeable and skilled professionals and honest and just individuals who practice civility, service, open-mindedness, and patience.
Advance Your Career With Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Are you ready to put yourself on the path to success? Earn your education specialist degree online with Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and remote program offerings from our Minneapolis and Rochester campuses. Complete this program from your home and balance your education with your responsibilities.
Our admissions staff can answer any questions you have about this program, application requirements, course schedule, and potential benefits for your career goals. To learn more, request information today.
