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Department of Educational Administration, Foundations, and Research
College of Education and Human Development


 

Our mission is to prepare courageous, responsive, and reflective leaders who will guide educational communities to excellence and sustain schools in which all candidates and staff members effectively utilize their minds and hearts.

Leadership Program Admission

Four Easy Steps

1. Apply for admission to JSU as a graduate student online at the Division of Graduate Studies or visit JSU Graduate Admissions located on the first floor in the H. P. Jacobs Administration Tower.

2. Submit the application and reference forms for the Educational Leadership Department.

3. Prepare  for your pre-admission interview with the Chair of the Educational Leadership Department and the submission of a Writing Sample.

4. If selected, applicants participate in an Educational Leadership Program Orientation.
 
 

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Developing Educational Leadership
Our degree in educational administration, foundations, and research is an academic program that provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to take on leadership roles in educational organizations. Program completion depends on routes set by the Department and covers a range of topics related to educational administration, policy, and research. The curriculum for an educational administration, foundations, and research degree includes courses in educational leadership, educational policy and politics, organizational theory, research methods, and data analysis. Students also take courses in curriculum development, educational psychology, and instructional design to gain a broad understanding of the educational system and the needs of learners.

LEARN BY DOING

In addition to classroom instruction, educational administration, foundations, and research degree programs often provide opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience through internships, practicums, and research projects. These experiences enable students to develop practical skills and gain real-world experience working in educational organizations.

“Challenging Minds, Changing Lives.”

APPLY YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Graduates of educational administration, foundations, and research degree programs are well-prepared for a variety of leadership roles in educational organizations, including principals, superintendents, and other administrative positions. They have the skills and knowledge needed to develop and implement effective policies and programs, manage budgets, and work collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve educational goals.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Educational Administration, Foundations, and Research graduates have a plethora of career options:

Superintendent Academic Dean Assistant Dean of Students Director of Career Services
Provost Chief Academic Officer Dean of Admissions Director of Academic Advising

EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

Join our esteemed educational leadership program upon entry.

Want to learn more? Click below to view the admission steps.

RESOURCES

 

Graduate School Admission

Important Dates

Featured Alumni

PERSONNEL

 

READY TO JOIN?

For more information, please contact us at (601) 979-2351.  We look forward to meeting with you and seeing how our program can help you achieve your goals.

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION, FOUNDATIONS, AND RESEARCH

Mailing Address

College of Education and Human Development
Attention: Dr. Albert Carter
P.O. Box 17175
Jackson, MS 39217

Contact

Dr. Albert W. Carter (601) 979-1008