Graduate Certificate of Education Educational Administration
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Why earn your Graduate Certificate in Educational Administration from Strayer?
In less than a year, you can gain practical knowledge to help you lead, manage and support a K–12 or higher educational institution. Plus, the credits you earn are transferable to our Master of Education degree program.
Program details
What is a Graduate Certificate in Educational Administration?
This short, credentialed certificate focuses on the skills you need to serve in an administrative role within a K–12 or higher educational institution. You’ll learn how to help an institution determine key initiatives and policies to support its success.
What can you do with a Graduate Certificate in Educational Administration?
- Pursue a career pathway leading an educational institution.
- Devise plans to enhance the operations of an educational institution.
- Determine effective ways to finance and fund the institution’s operations.
- Apply public policy and politics to ensure efficient operations of the educational institution.
How long does it take to earn a Graduate Certificate in Educational Administration?
- There are 3 11-week courses in this program.
- How many courses you take at a time will determine how long the overall program will be. Strayer University credits are expressed in quarter hours.
- One quarter hour of credit is granted for the successful completion of 10 contact hours per course.
- Spend 10 to 14 hours in weekly work, including in- and out-of-classroom work. Your actual time will depend on your learning traits and abilities. The Strayer course design uses this requirement to meet applicable regulatory standards.
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Features
Develop your skills
Students will develop knowledge, skills and abilities in learning systems, research, diversity, and ethics and theory.
Start-to-finish support
Your admissions officer and student services coach will motivate and support you from enrollment to the day you graduate.
ASPA Membership
Strayer students enrolled in the public administration program may have an opportunity to join or renew their membership with the the American Society for Public Administration. Connect with us for details.
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Program cost breakdown
The Strayer Graduate Certificate in Educational Administration consists of 3 courses, with the price of $1,680 per course. The additional fees for textbooks and supplies, a $65 technology fee each term, and a one-time $25 degree conferral fee.
Scholarships and financial aid
There are a number of financial aid options worth exploring on our financial aid page. To apply for federal aid, prospective students should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Stafford loans are available for undergraduate and graduate study. These are direct unsubsidized loans, not based on financial need. Unlike subsidized loans, Stafford Loan interest will accrue while in the program. Making interest payments while in school will help reduce the amount of principal that would otherwise build up, reducing your end cost.
There are also scholarships and private loans available for Strayer students.
Employer assistance
More than 500 organizations – including corporations and community colleges – invest in their employees by partnering with Strayer University to offer access to discounted education programs. If your employer is a Corporate Alliance Partner, you may qualify for programs that can help you discover career pathways in your field.
Private loans
Nonfederal loans may pay the difference between the cost of attendance and the total of loans and grants received from other tuition assistance programs. The terms and conditions of federal loans are often more favorable than private loans and should be considered before exploring private loans.
Military tuition assistance
Scholarships are offered to eligible students currently serving in the military, as well as military spouses. Strayer is also approved by Veterans Affairs to accept and process veteran education benefits. Learn more about the Strayer University active military assistance program here.
Veteran benefits
In addition to participating fully in the Yellow Ribbon Program, Strayer is approved by Veterans Affairs to accept and process veteran education benefits. Student veterans can receive transfer credit for military training and life experiences.
Courses
What courses do you need to specialize in educational administration?
Your coursework will explain how educational institutions fund and finance their operations, the strategies used to plan and lead initiatives, and the impact of public policy and politics on education. View all courses.
Sample courses
This course will prepare future leaders for understanding the aspects of funding and financing education, such as preparation for budget hearings. Students will learn how to develop a budget for staffing, training and development, and optimizing the growth and maintenance of educational programs.
Gain applied learning of strategic planning in an educational organization. Prepare future administrators to lead and apply a strategic plan for developing or enhancing operations, programs, and/or product offerings in an institution.
Gain applied learning of organizational systems that impact the delivery of education. This course will prepare future leaders for understanding the organizational systems that impact the operations of the educational processes and systems through the lens of public policy and politics.
Admissions
Graduate certificate admission requirements
Before you can pursue your graduate certificate, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
Proof of a completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.0
Official copies of transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Learn more about the admission process at Strayer.
Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
International students
We welcome international students.
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