Program Overview
The Educational Policy and Leadership at University of Michigan 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 56,020 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 56,020 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Ann Arbor, 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
- Foundational Perspectives on Educational Reform
- Research and Educational Practice
- School Organization and the Policy Environment
- Instructional Leadership in Schools
- Internship and Directed Field Experience
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants complete a bachelors degree from a U.S. college or university accredited by a regional accrediting association; or Complete an international degree that is equivalent to a U.S. bachelors degree from a college or university recognized and approved by the Ministry of Education or Commission responsible for higher education in the country where the degree is earned.
- Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency. Applicants are required to provide an official score report.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 56,020 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 56,020 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 56,020 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 56,020 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Michigan 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 University of Michigan
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, United States
public research university in Ann Arbor, Michigan
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
