If you're interested in a career in education and have a desire to be an organizational leader more than a classroom instructor, or you're a teacher looking to advance your career, job prospects, and salary, a degree in Education Leadership may be a perfect fit.

Types of Degrees

Education Leadership students typically pursue a master's degree (6-7 years) or doctorate degree (8+ years) after obtaining a bachelor's degree in Education and/or working as a teacher in public or private schools.

Admission Requirements

A bachelor's degree is required for entry into a master's degree program, and most doctorate degree programs require applicants to have a master's degree or bachelor's degree and multiple years of experience as a teacher or school administrator. Each school has its own specific requirements, making it important for you to explore several options before settling on a specific school.

Career Opportunities After Earning An Education Leadership Degree

The range of career opportunities available to someone with a degree in Education Leadership include:

• Academic Dean
• Elementary, Middle, or High School Principal
• District Superintendent
• Information based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.

Post Graduate Salary Information

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean salary for an Education Administrator of a Kindergarten through Secondary School was $111,020 in 2023 ¹ while Postsecondary Education Administrators earned a median salary of $102,610 in 2023. ²

Note that the average salary varies widely not only depending on career chosen, but on geographical location and employer. Conditions in your area may vary.

References

1. Bureau of Labor Statistics
2. Bureau of Labor Statistics

• Careers associated with these educational opportunities often require additional degrees and certifications not offered as part of the educational opportunities presented by this website.
• Information based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.