Michigan State University’s programs in K-12 Administration and Leadership prepare educators for prominent leadership and policy roles in schools and educational organizations locally, nationally and internationally.
PREPARING THE NEXT GENERATION OF SCHOOL LEADERS
Throughout all our programs—including master’s, Ed.D. and Ph.D. options—students are encouraged to study and build their careers to make a difference throughout classrooms, policy and beyond.
LED BY RENOWNED FACULTY
Students will collaborate with nationally recognized faculty working on critical issues in school leadership and improvement, educational policy, international education and related areas.
NATIONAL PARTNERS
Since 2020, Michigan State University has served as host of the University Council for Educational Administration. MSU faculty, including Professors Terah Venzant Chambers and Gerardo López, served as past-presidents of the national organization.
Among the best
U.S. News & World Report in its annual graduate program rankings has consistently ranked the MSU College of Education across its program areas.
In the 2024 U.S. News Best Education Schools Rankings, MSU’s programs in educational administration ranked #1 in the nation.
Moreover, MSU is ranked #1 in the nation for the specialty area of Educational Administration and Supervision in the publication’s 2024 Online Rankings for Master’s Programs in Education.
Three degree program options
Faculty
Frequently Asked Questions
Making a difference
Our programs work with external and internal programs to make a lasting change on schools and communities. We are committed to working hands-on in classroom environments in urban contexts and beyond.
In the college, we work with the Office of K-12 Outreach to design informative and relevant professional development for Michigan educators.
