College of Education and Human Services
School Administration, MA
The Master of Arts in School Administration meets the needs of students seeking initial certification as a school principal.
Master’s Degree offered in On-campus, Online, and Blended formats.
*On-campus format may require some online classes for degree completion.
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School Administration, MA Degree
Initial Certification, School Principal
The Lindenwood University school principal preparation program is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The College of Education and Human Services is also a member in good standing of the Teacher Education Accreditation Council.
This school administration master’s degree program, offered at the Lindenwood St. Louis (St. Charles) campus as well as online, stresses reflective leadership to foster effective schools. Skills taught prepare you to assume leadership roles in instruction, management, supervision, and problem solving in a creative and effective manner. To receive the initial principal administration certificate in Missouri, you must hold a valid professional initial teaching certificate and have had two years of teaching experience.