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Educational Administration (M.A.)

 Application Deadline has been extended to December 15th for the Spring 2024 term. 

Educational administrators ensure that schools run smoothly and effectively for our students.

Steeped in a long tradition of promoting public education, Kean offers three master's degrees and five certificates in educational administration. Our programs prepare visionary school leaders to respond to shifts in the educational landscape while maintaining an accessible, personable environment.

Kean's curriculum strikes a balance between theory and practice that gives valuable training to aspiring principals, supervisors, school business administrators and staff. You will study public administration, school law and policy, among many other topics of interest on campus or online. Depending on the degree track, you will need to complete fieldwork, a residency, create an action research project/portfolio or pass state exams to graduate. 

Kean graduates are at the forefront of progress and positive change in school districts across New Jersey and beyond.

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Teacher helps elementary student with course work

Kean education administration graduates work in a host of roles at schools across New Jersey and beyond.

What You Learn

Kean offers master's degrees and post-graduate certificates (require a master's degree) to help you move forward in your career. All of our programs are available on campus and online.

Application Deadline:

Fall: June 30
Spring: December 1
Summer: May 15

If you have admissions questions, contact Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@kean.edu or (908) 737-4723.

Faculty:
Lauren Wells
Marnie McKoy
Soundaram Ramaswami

Frequently Asked Questions

Program Information

Educational Administration, M.A.: Supervisor and Principal

Educational Administration, M.A.: School Business Administrator

Educational Administration, M.A.: Supervisors, Principals and School Business Administrators

Educational Administration, Post-Master’s Certification: School Business Administrator

Educational Administration, Post-Master’s Certification: Principal

Educational Administration, Post-Master’s Certification: Supervisor

Educational Administration, Post-Master’s Certification: Supervisor, Principal and School Business Administrator

Educational Administration, Post-Master's Certification: Digital Leadership

All of our programs are available on Kean Online.

Program Coordinator:

Efthimia Christie, Ed.D.
Hennings Hall 307
echristi@kean.edu

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"Kean University allowed me to find welcoming classmates who offered intriguing adult conversation that revolved around our major, engaged faculty members who were always a click away, literally, and technology that allowed for the smooth completion of online assignments both in and out of the classroom...a package that is priceless when you're a graduate student trying to juggle coursework and a full-time job."

Toni-Ann Palmisano
Teacher at Secaucus Middle School
Kean Alumna Wins Prestigious Milken Educator Award
Toni-Ann Palmisano '13

Cougars Climb Higher

At Kean, we believe learning and job growth extend far beyond the walls of our classrooms. That's why we encourage you to take advantage of a variety of research opportunities available to you, study abroad and pursue internships that will advance your career or set the stage for another advanced degree.

Field Study in education

Field Study

Field study programs provide an opportunity to apply previous knowledge, view real examples set in a worldly framework and opportunity to be involved, physically, with real situations in the field.
Toni-Ann Palmisano M.A. '13 - Secaucus Middle School math teacher - Milken Educator Award

One of 50 Largest Producers of Teachers in the Nation

As one of the 50 largest producers of teachers in the nation, we have shown that our teachers succeed. Shown here, Tori-Ann Palmisano '13 was one of 44 deserving teachers around the U.S. given the prestigious Milken Educator Award in 2018.
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Graduate Assistantships

Master's candidates can gain valuable practical experience by serving as graduate assistants at our state-of-the-art child care center on campus.

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