Chaminade University of Honolulu

Master in Educational Leadership and Administration (Master's)

Honolulu, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • No application fee
  • Applications currently open

Introduction

Chaminade University of Honolulu grew from a Marianist foundation and mission centered on education, service and community. Its academic approach connects learning with practical contribution, asking students to consider how their knowledge can benefit Hawai‘i’s communities. Faculty support students through personalized advising, experiential learning and preparation for professional work or graduate study. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs through its academic schools, with areas including business, innovation and technology, arts and sciences, and education and human development. The campus is at 3140 Waialae Avenue in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Students can explore campus spaces and community facilities through a virtual tour, while the university also provides information about campus visits, maps and events. Student life is presented as part of a close-knit community that supports students from enrollment through graduation. Chaminade’s mission connects education with building stronger and more just communities, and its faculty and students take part in research, public health, data visualization, interfaith work and other community-focused activities. International students considering Chaminade should expect a Hawai‘i-based university with both undergraduate and graduate study options, a service-oriented Marianist identity and close contact with faculty. The university’s website provides routes to request information, apply and explore campus. Honolulu is the setting for study and daily life, while the university’s programs and community activities connect learning with local needs and professional preparation.

About the Program

This programme prepares educators for leadership and administrative roles in schools. It focuses on developing skills in school operations, law, finance, and communication. Students engage in research and practical application through a capstone project. The programme is designed for professionals seeking to lead with a commitment to social justice and equity.

Focus areas include Educational Administration, Education Law, Financial Management for School Administrators, Curriculum Administration, School Community Relations, Leadership for Educational Administrators.

The programme requires 30 credit hours distributed across coursework and a capstone project. Students complete ten courses over four 10-week terms per year.

Graduates enter roles as school administrators, principals, and educational leaders in public, private, and religious school settings.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA. Official transcripts and a completed application are required.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. 100% online, 10-week terms, four terms per year, typically completed in 18 months. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 93% of applicants.

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