Educational Administration (M.A.) Admission Requirements
Application Deadlines:
Fall: June 30 | Summer: May 5 | Spring: December 1 | Online: August 22
If you have admissions questions, contact Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@kean.edu or (908) 737-GRAD (4723).
Educational Administration (M.A.) | Supervisor and Principal
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
- Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (lower GPA’s will be considered based on overall strength of application)
- New Jersey or out-of-state Standard Instructional or Educational Services Certificate
- Three years of experience under the appropriate certificate*
* Please note that in order to receive a supervisor's certificate, a minimum of 3 years of full time teaching is required. The requirement to receive a principal's certification is 5 years of full time experience. A candidate is unable to ascertain certification without this requirement being met.
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- GRE (Graduate Record Exam) or MAT (Miller Analogies Test) scores*
* NOTE: The admission requirement for the standardized test examination is now test-optional. Therefore, if you have taken the GRE or MAT within 5 years of application, you are encouraged to submit your scores. However, if you have not taken the exams, your application will move forward for review by the Admissions Committee. - Two Letters of Recommendation
- Personal statement
- Professional Resume/CV
- Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports (International Students Only)
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
- 36 credits
- Culminating field experience (internship)
- A Qualifying Exam is taken prior to or during Field I.
- Master's candidates complete a comprehensive portfolio and an active research project.
Educational Administration (M.A.) | School Business Administrator
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
- 3.0 cumulative grade point average (lower GPA’s will be considered based on overall strength of application)
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- GRE (Graduate Record Exam) or MAT (Miller Analogies Test) scores*
* NOTE: The admission requirement for the standardized test examination is now test-optional. Therefore, if you have taken the GRE or MAT within 5 years of application, you are encouraged to submit your scores. However, if you have not taken the exams, your application will move forward for review by the Admissions Committee. - Two letters of recommendation
- Departmental interview may be required
- Personal statement
- Professional Resume/CV
- Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports (International Students Only)
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
- 33 credits
- Teaching experience desirable but not necessary
- Culmination experience in the form of field experience
- Comprehensive examination
Post Master’s Certification | Principal
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- Master's degree
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- New Jersey Instructional or Educational Services Certificate
- Three years of experience under the appropriate certificate
- Personal statement
- Professional Resume/CV
- Official TOEFL or IELTS score reports (International Students Only)
Program Requirements:
- 12 credits
- Three years teaching experience under the appropriate certificate
Educational Administration (M.A.) | Supervisors, Principals and School Business Administrators
In addition to the University’s admissions requirements:
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
- Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (lower GPA’s will be considered based on overall strength of application)
- New Jersey or out-of-state Standard Instructional or Educational Services Certificate
- Three years of experience under the appropriate certificate.
*Please note that in order to receive a supervisor's certificate, a minimum of 3 years of full-time teaching is required. The requirement to receive a principal's certification is 5 years of full-time experience. A candidate is unable to ascertain certification without this requirement being met.
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- GRE (Graduate Record Exam) or MAT (Miller Analogies Test) scores*
* NOTE: The admission requirement for the standardized test examination is now test-optional. Therefore, if you have taken the GRE or MAT within 5 years of application, you are encouraged to submit your scores. However, if you have not taken the exams, your application will move forward for review by the Admissions Committee. - Two Letters of Recommendation
- Personal statement
- Professional Resume/CV
- Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports (International Students Only)
Program Requirements:
- 42 credits
Post Master’s Certification | School Business Administrator
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- Baccalaureate and master's degree from an accredited college or university
- Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (lower GPAs will be considered based on overall strength of application)
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- Personal statement
- Professional Resume/CV
- Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports (International Students Only)
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
- 24 credits
Post Master’s Certification: Supervisor
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- Master's degree
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- New Jersey Instructional or Educational Services Certificate
- Three years of experience under the appropriate certificate
- Personal statement
- Professional Resume/CV
- Official TOEFL or IELTS score reports (International Students Only)
Program Requirements:
- 12 credits
- Three years teaching experience under the appropriate certificate
Post Master’s Certification | Supervisor, Principal, and School Business Administrator Option
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- Bachelor's and Master's degree (or foreign equivalent) from an accredited college or university
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (candidates with under a 3.0 will be considered based on strength of the overall application)
- New Jersey Instructional or Educational Services Certificate
- Five years experience under the appropriate certificate
- Personal statement
- Professional Resume/CV
- Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports (International Students Only)
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
- 33 credits
- Three years teaching experience under the appropriate certificate
Post Master's Certification | Digital Leadership
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- Master’s degree in Education or closely related field
- Official transcripts from institution where Master's was completed
- Professional Resume/CV
- Personal statement
- Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports (International Students Only)
Program Requirements:
- 12 credits