Master of Science in Educational Management
Become an Educational Leader and gain real-world experience before you graduate.
University of Houston-Clear Lake's (UHCL) Master of Science in Educational Management prepares students for careers in educational and instructional leadership while providing meaningful, real-world experiences. Choose from multiple specialization options to align with your specific careers goals. With a unique blend of standards-based academic and fieldwork, the course of study is designed to promote and grow the transformational and transcendent agents of change that schools desperately need.
Educational administrators work with teachers, students and other educators to touch lives and make education a positive experience for everyone. The Master of Science in Educational Management is available in a hybrid format, featuring a mixture of in-person class sessions and online assignments. It's also offered completely online. This student-centered program aligns with state and national certification standards to address candidates' career goals.
When you complete your degree from UHCL's College of Education, you will have the necessary skills to turn your vision to become an inspiring educational leader into a reality.
Why Should You Choose the Educational Management M.S. at UHCL?
Multiple Specialization Options
At UHCL, you have the option to choose an advanced specialization that can provide focus to your studies. These include:
- Educational Management M.S. with Principal as Instructional Leader Certification
- Educational Management M.S. with Principal Certification and Reading Specialist Certification
- Educational Management with Principal as Instructional Leader Certification M.S. with Social Justice Specialization
- Educational Management M.S. with Social Justice Specialization
- Educational Management M.S. with Reading Specialist Certification
- Principal as Instructional Leader Certification Only
Flexible Options for Working Adults
Whether you're able to come to campus full-time, part-time, or not at all, UHCL offers the Educational Management M.S. in face-to-face and hybrid formats, as well as completely online.
Job-Embedded Experiences
Get real-world experience as an educational leader, before you graduate. The program offers job-embedded experiences that help equip you for success.
AEL and T-ESS Certification Exams Included
While you take the required courses toward the degree, you'll have the opportunity to receive the Advancing Educational Leadership (AEL) and Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) certifications which are included in the program. Free certification exam support is also included.
New Trauma Informed School Leadership Course
One of the most important components of being an effective educational leader is knowing how to take a trauma-informed approach. This new course teaches students how to realize how trauma can affect people, recognize the signs, respond appropriately, and resist re-traumatization.
Accreditations and Distinctions
The College of Education is accredited by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC).
We've earned national recognition for accomplishment and innovation, including the Christa McAuliffe Award for Excellence in Teacher Education.
Application Deadlines
For graduate student admissions information, please visit How to Apply as a Graduate Student.
Returning Students - August 15
International - May 1
Returning Students - January 15
International - October 1
Returning Students - May 25
International - April 1
International Students
For information regarding international student admissions, please visit International Admissions & Student Services.
Admissions Requirements
A standard university application is required. The following items must be uploaded to your UHCL E-Services account (assigned after you have completed the online application): Admission Essay and Interview video will be scored based on program established rubrics. Once your application has been approved, you will be prompted to formally accept your
office of admission to the program and pay a required $37 TEA Admission fee.
New, non-degree seeking, and returning UHCL students applying after the deadlines
above may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the
appropriate graduate enrollment counselor for more information. A $50.00 Late Registration Fee or $50.00 Late Payment may apply. Review the UHCL Academic Calendar for registration and payment dates and deadlines.Applying After the Priority Deadline
Degree Requirements
Ready to learn about the classes you need to take to earn your degree from the College of Education at University of Houston-Clear Lake? Find out all you need to know about the required course work, complete with options for electives.
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Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: (281) 283-7600
UHCL Online
Bayou Building, Room 1406
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-212-1611
Make the most of a hectic schedule and study from home or the office through UHCL Online, offering the same level of excellence for more than 20 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs.
UH-Clear Lake at Pearland
1200 Pearland Pkwy
Pearland, Texas 77581
Phone: 281-212-1700
Since 2010, University of Houston-Clear Lake at Pearland has proudly served as an upper-level institution serving juniors, seniors, and graduate students in fields like business and behavioral science.
Program Director
Dr. Jennifer Grace
Administration and Supervision Program Director and Assistant Professor of Educational
Leadership, College of Education
Phone: 281-283-3523
Email: grace@uhcl.edu
Faculty
Antonio Corrales
Doctoral Program Director and Associate Professor of Educational Leadership,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3588
Email: corrales@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1111
John Decman
Professor of Educational Leadership,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3548
Email: decman@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1125
Jennifer Grace
Administration and Supervision Program Director and Assistant Professor of Educational
Leadership,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3523
Email: grace@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1111-8
Queinnise Miller
Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3512
Email: millerq@uhcl.edu
Office: B1111-13
Felix Simieou III
Professor of Educational Leadership,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3589
Email: simieou@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1125