Master in Education (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition and fees are subject to change and are determined by the Office of the Bursar at Delaware State University..

This programme prepares educators to become school leaders qualified to serve in high-need schools across urban, suburban, rural, and underserved environments. It focuses on equity, inclusion, and ethical leadership to address systemic gaps in access and opportunity for marginalized students. Students engage in rigorous coursework and a six-credit internship to develop practical leadership skills. The programme aligns with CAEP and NELP standards and emphasizes data-driven decision-making and culturally responsive practices.

Focus areas include School Leadership, High-Need Schools, Social Justice, Change & Innovation, Ethical Practice, Scholar-Practitioner.

The programme requires 36 graduate credit hours, including 24 credit hours of coursework and a 6-credit hour applied internship. Students must pass a comprehensive exam after 24 credit hours and complete 240 hours of internship with a final portfolio presentation.

Graduates pursue roles as principals, assistant principals, and educational administrators in K-12 schools, particularly in high-need and underserved communities.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in education or an allied field with a minimum 3.00 GPA. Required documents include official transcripts, a resume, three letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, and GRE or MAT scores. International applicants must also submit TOEFL or IELTS results and a WES or ECE evaluation.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. Accelerated eight-week sessions; offered in face-to-face/hybrid and online synchronous/asynchronous formats; part-time study available; typical duration is two years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 62% of applicants.

Delaware State University places research in neuroscience, genetics, imaging, and cell electrophysiology among its academic and scientific activities. The Delaware Center for Neuroscience Research, DNA Core Center, Cell Electrophysiology Core, and OSCAR Imaging Center provide distinct research settings and services. The university also offers DNA Core education and extension, research capacity consultations, community needs assessment, and Research Experiences for Undergraduates. The Delaware Institute for Science & Technology adds another research connection. Experiential learning and faculty research days give students opportunities to engage with work beyond regular coursework. Graduate School Preparation Exams and Professional Skills support students preparing for advanced study.

Located in Dover, Delaware, the university connects academic study with advising, first- and second-year programs, career preparation, and student success support. Students can use EAB Navigate for planning and communication, academic support for student athletes, and the DSU Braven Leadership and Career Accelerator. Distance education and learning technologies support course access in additional formats. Residential students have resources covering policies, maintenance, information technology requests, laundry, health, and what to bring to campus. Military-affiliated students can find orientation, tuition assistance guidance, Veterans Affairs educational program information, and the General Education Mobile program. International students should review how their intended course of study fits the university's academic advising, registration, testing, health insurance, housing, and student service systems. The university's history includes successive presidential administrations, while its research centers and student programs show how academic work and support are organized today.