Program Overview
The Educational Administration at South Dakota State University is a MEd 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 Educational Administration 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
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: USD 465 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 220 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Brookings, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Administration 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
- Introduction to School Administration
- The Principalship
- Elementary Principalship Practicum
- Supervision
- School Finance
- School Law
- Community and Public Relations
- Current Issues in Education
- Effective Teaching: Theory Into Practice
- Curriculum: Theory Into Practice
- Elementary Curriculum Practicum
- Informational Literacy
- Introduction to School Administration
- The Principalship
- Secondary Principalship Practicum
- Supervision
- School Finance
- School Law
- Internship
- Community and Public Relations
- Current Issues in Education
- Effective Teaching: Theory Into Practice
- Curriculum: Theory Into Practice
- Secondary Curriculum Practicum
- Informational Literacy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Submit the Online Application
- Pay the Application Fee - The $35.00 fee can be paid through the online application system at the time of application submission or by sending a check or money order to the Graduate School
- Submit Your Official Transcripts - Request official transcripts from: Each institution from which a degree was earned or will be earned or Any institution at which you have earned graduate credits.
- Submit Proof of immunity - Medically signed proof of two properly administered measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) immunizations OR immune titers for measles (rubella), mumps, and rubella is required. For additional information contact Student Health Services.
- Submit Any Additional Documents Required by Your Program of Interest- Programs may ask for additional documents beyond what the Graduate School requires. Examples may include: Letters of recommendation, Resume, Goal Statement, Curriculum Vitae, Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 465 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 220 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 465 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 220 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact South Dakota State University 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 South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University
Brookings, United States
South Dakota State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
