Program Overview
The Education: Principal at The State University of New Jersey is a Master programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Education: Principal programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 14,064 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 8,268 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: New Brunswick, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education: Principal programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Educational Administration and Supervision
- Leadership and Communication Skills in Educational Supervision
- School-Community Relations: The Politics of Education
- Education Law
- Personnel Administration
- Public School Finance
- Supervision of Instruction
- Decision Analysis I
- Assessment/Data/Problem Solving
- Internship in Educational Administration I
- Internship in Educational Administration II
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Official academic transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate studies must be submitted. Applicants must hold a masters degree or higher degree equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university, in the areas of educational leadership, in curriculum and instruction, or in one of the recognized fields of leadership or management.
Applicants are not usually admitted with a GPA of less than 3.25 in their most recent degree. A letter of recommendation from your current or previous school principal or supervisor on school district letterhead, certifying the completion of five years of successful full-time teaching under the appropriate certificate is required. A photocopy of your New Jersey Standard Instructional Certificate is required - upload in "Supporting Material" section. No program requirements may be met at any other institution.Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,064 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 8,268 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 14,064 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 8,268 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The State University of New Jersey directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The State University of New Jersey
The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, United States
The State University of New Jersey, commonly known as Rutgers University, is a public research university headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. Founded in 1766, it is one of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-17
- Language English
- Duration 24 months