Master in Educational Leadership and Administration (Master's)

For Master in Educational Leadership and Administration (Master's), tuition is Tuition and fees are determined by the student's residency status and the number of credits taken per term..

This programme prepares educators for leadership roles in K-12 schools, focusing on Florida state certification. Students complete a master's degree with a practicum or internship in their own school setting. The curriculum aligns with Florida's principal leadership standards. It offers multiple pathways based on certification status and prior degree level.

The programme requires 36 credit hours, including a practicum or internship completed within the student's current school. Credit hours apply to the full degree, not a concentration.

Graduates pursue roles as assistant principals, school administrators, and educational leaders in public and private K-12 institutions.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree. Florida-certified teachers may apply for the MS with certification. Others may apply for the MS without certification or the EdS. Official transcripts and a resume are required.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. On-campus, full-time or part-time, with practicum or internship completed in the student's current school. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 59% of applicants.

Barry University welcomes students with roots in many countries and values cultural, social, and intellectual diversity. Campus life includes student-led media, performances, athletics, academic societies, clubs, cultural celebrations, and professional support. The main campus in Miami Shores offers lawns, study spaces, and a chapel, while downtown Miami, beaches, the Wynwood Arts District, Brickell, and major cultural institutions are a short car ride away.

Founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters as Barry College for Women, Barry became a coeducational university while retaining its Catholic intellectual tradition. Its educational approach connects learning, reflection, informed action, and a commitment to social justice. Academic options include the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business and Public Administration, College of Health Professions & Medical Sciences, School of Nursing, School of Podiatric Medicine, and the Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law in Orlando. Programs range from the arts, education, humanities, and sciences to business, health care, nursing, law, and podiatric medicine.

Small classes, with a 15:1 student-teacher ratio, support direct attention from faculty. Orientation includes the student-led O-Team and ORI 100 Class. The Center for Academic Success and Advising provides academic coaching, tutoring, and financial aid counseling, while the Career Center supports internships and alumni engagement. Barry also offers classes at locations across Florida, online, and in the Bahamas, with flexible programs for working professionals.