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USF Education Specialist - Principal/Superintendent Degree

Education Specialist - Principal or Superintendent -(Ed.S.)

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Become an Education Specialist Today!

The Education Specialist degree is designed for career educators who need another degree to get the next job they want – usually to become a school principal or a school district superintendent.


You're eligible for this program if you meet the following criteria:

  • Three years of verified experience on a valid certificate in an accredited K-12 school, one year of which includes classroom teaching experience
  • Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
  • A minimum of a 3.0 grade point average
  • Completion of the required application

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April 15

Priority Deadline

May 28

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USF Offers Two Education Specialist Degrees

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Ed.S. in Education Administration - Principal

Increasingly, school districts need educational leaders with specialized graduate degrees in education to take on new and greater leadership roles. Your next big step in professional development starts here.

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Ed.S. in Education Administration - Superintendent

After successful completion of all program requirements, students become eligible to apply for the School Superintendent certification as specified in Administrative Rules of SD.

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Best Reasons to Earn Your M.Ed. at USF

ACCREDITATION

The University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, the Fredrikson School of Education is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), and the M.Ed. degree programs are approved by the South Dakota Department of Education.

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Did you know USF is the only private university in the state that isCAEP accredited?

CAREER OUTCOMES

Whether you want to take being a teacher to the next level, aspire to be a principal or pursue other building-level leadership positions, our programs provide the comprehensive skills and knowledge to thrive in diverse educational leadership roles.

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Students that complete an Ed.S. are also 50% of the way to a doctorate!

INCREASED INCOME POTENTIAL

 Many school districts offer teachers with master’s degrees higher salaries. Expand your knowledge and your earning potential!

FLEXIBILITY

You can earn your Ed.S. through USF either partially or completely online. With most programs having a virtual element to them, you can expand your opportunity to connect with individuals from across the region.

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1101 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD
Tel: 605.331.5000
Email: admissions@usiouxfalls.edu

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