Educational Leadership M.Ed. FAQs

At Loyola, we look at an applicant’s whole admission application, and GPA is only one factor. We require an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 for unconditional admission to our program. Applicants under the 3.0 threshold may be considered for probational admission.

Yes, this program is designed to accommodate working teachers. All classes for the M.Ed. are offered online.

The majority of our class offerings are 8-week sessions that meet one night per week from 4:45-8:45 p.m. or 5:00-8:45 p.m. We offer a limited number of traditional 15-week classes that meet one night per week, 4:30-7:00 p.m. (or two nights per week in the summer) or 7:05-9:35 p.m.

Yes, all classes for the M.Ed. are offered online, with a combination of synchronous and asynchronous work.

The M.Ed. program is 39 credits, including 6 credits of internship. Please find a full listing of the required coursework, course descriptions, and program description in our online academic catalogue.

Full-time candidates can complete the program in two years, taking 9 credits per semester in the first year of the program (fall, spring, and summer). Part-time candidates can complete the program within 3-5 years.

Yes, candidates can take this program part-time. To be eligible for federal financial aid, you must take a minimum of two classes (6 credits) in the fall and spring and one class (3 credits) in the summer. University policy states candidates must complete the program within five years of their enrollment date.

Yes, the internship is the capstone experience for our students. The internship is completed in your own school setting. The internship seminar classes typically meet on Saturdays.

Yes, we have partnerships with several school districts. Visit our School System Partnership and Benefits page to see if your district is included.

All the programs in Educational Leadership lead to Administration I licensure. Once you complete the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership (including the 6 credits of internship) at Loyola, you will receive a stamp on your transcript indicating you are eligible for licensure. You will need to apply for the Admin 1 license with MSDE and provide your stamped transcript. Visit MSDE Supervisors of Instruction, Assistant Principals, and Principals for more information.

 Yes, the M.Ed. program has reciprocity in many other states. Check our Professional Licensure Disclosure database to see if your state applies. However, always check with your state's department of education to confirm.

The internship is two semesters (Fall and Spring semesters). Internships cannot be done in the summer when schools are not in session.