Educational Leadership & Policy, MS

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Degree Type
Master of Science
Credit Hours
33-36
College of
Education, Health & Human Sciences

With majors in Education Policy and Evaluation or Educational Leadership/Administration, the online master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Policy equips leaders for a dynamic, high-performing career dedicated to the improvement of schools. The Education Policy and Evaluation major provides a strong understanding of pressing educational policy issues and will prepare you to make an impact in local, state, and national educational institutions and agencies. Designed for aspiring school leaders, the Educational Leadership/Administration major will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to provide leadership that improves student achievement.

The Educational Leadership and Policy program is one of seven FSU online master’s in education programs ranked among the best online programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report in 2025.

Available Majors

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Questions? For information on the Education Policy and Evaluation major, contact Kimberly Howell, Academic Program Specialist at khowell@fsu.edu. For information on the Educational Leadership/Administration major, contact Allison Young, Academic Program Specialist, at aryoung@fsu.edu.

University Accreditation: Florida State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees. Florida State University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.

Questions about the accreditation of Florida State University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).