Frequently Asked Questions

Winthrop University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate, master’s, and specialist degrees. The curriculum for the master’s in educational leadership is recognized for meeting the standards set by the National Educational Leadership Preparation (NELP) and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

No, but in instances where a student does not meet the 3.0 GPA requirement, a GRE score of 151 on the Verbal Reasoning section and 153 on the Quantitative Reasoning section OR 392 or above on the MAT test can be submitted when you apply to the master’s in educational leadership program at Winthrop University.

Visit the admissions overview page to learn more about the admissions requirements. Requirements will vary in the cases of international students and other situations.

• Coursework that builds your expertise and skills with three internships that provide rich, career-building experiences.
• Learning from faculty who are deeply dedicated to your success. Most of your classes will be taught by the same full-time faculty who teach our on-campus program.
• Curriculum that’s recognized for meeting the standards set by the National Educational Leadership Preparation (NELP) and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), pointing to a higher standard of learning and readiness for your new role.

There is no residency requirement for this master’s degree program.

By graduation, you’ll be proficient in all points outlined in the eight categories of standards set by the National Policy Board for Educational Administration (NPBEA):

• Mission, Vision, and Improvement
• Ethics and Professional Norms
• Equity, Inclusiveness, and Cultural Responsiveness
• Learning and Instruction
• Community and External Leadership
• Operations and Management
• Building Professional Capacity
• Internships

Learn more about the proficiencies for the eight categories on our careers page.

Typically, coursework is asynchronous, meaning you may log in to learn when and where it is best for you to do so — there are no set times to attend a course. However, there may be an exception depending on the needs and requirements of a course.

Yes. The outcomes and much of the faculty are exactly the same between the on-campus and online programs.

You can earn the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership online in as few as six semesters, though most working adults complete the program within two years.

The tuition for the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership program is $699 per credit for a total tuition of $25,164. For more information, you can visit our tuition and financial aid page.