As an established or emerging leader, you'll enjoy a practitioner-focused curriculum with specialized expertise tailored to sharpen your knowledge to lead a multitude of positions at colleges and universities worldwide. Plus you further refine your skills in the areas that most interest you. And, you'll grow as a leader.

You'll enjoy an engaging and interactive learning experience that accommodates working professionals and attend classes online when it is convenient for you.

Students varied professional backgrounds provide engaging discussions in which you learn with and from your peers. Together you will advance your knowledge and improve practices in your field.

Program Highlights

• Take courses 100 percent online, at your convenience
• Enjoy 10- and 16-week course delivery
• Structured to actively connect and engage with your professors and colleagues
• Gain employment and a lifetime of career advancement
• Graduate assistantships available in various locations on campus
• Select your own dissertation research topic, within the field
• Apply knowledge to challenges you face as a professional 
• Earn your degree in four years

Program Distinctions

• Take an optional Education Abroad experience in Italy
• Participate in our Leadership Institute to explore current practices and research in the field
• St. Cloud State is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association

Student Organizations

• Emerging College and University Professionals
• Graduate Student Organization

Application Deadlines