Program Overview
The Educational Policy and Leadership at Marquette University is a MA programme in Education over 12 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 Policy and Leadership 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,075 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
- Location: Milwaukee, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Policy and Leadership 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
- Organizational Theory and Administration in K-12 Schools
- American Law and the Educational Organization
- Foundations of Curriculum
- Theories of Learning Applied to Instruction
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Student Development in Higher Education
- Classics in the Philosophy of Education
- History of Education in the United States
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application Requirements
- Read all application instructions prior to beginning an application.
- A completed application form and fee online
- Official transcripts from all current and previous colleges/universities except Marquette.
- Three letters of recommendation addressing the applicant\'s ability to do graduate-level work.
- A personal statement of purpose that includes professional and academic goals.
- A resume that includes professional and educational experiences.
- GRE scores (General Test only; scores must be received by application deadline; not required for certificate applicants).
- For International Applicants only: A TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency.
- An interview and/or writing test may be required of applicants following the initial screening.
- Teacher certification applicants are required to submit CORE Academic Skills and Praxis II scores to the College of Educations Office of Teacher Education. These applicants must also undergo a criminal background check, conducted by Marquette University. A second criminal background check is conducted at the state level when student teaching is completed, as part of the teacher license application.
- Individuals submitting applications for administrative licenses must undergo a criminal background check, conducted by the state, when their administrative program is complete and they submit their administrative license application to the state.
- For Ph.D. Applicants only: A sample of scholarly writing, such as a masters thesis or a published article.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,075 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 1,075 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Marquette 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 Marquette University
Marquette University
Milwaukee, United States
private university in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
