Educational Leadership
Prepare to lead schools, colleges, universities and other education-related organizations through programs focused on leadership, strategy and educational impact.
TCU’s Educational Leadership programs prepare you to lead and improve educational
systems across K–12 and higher education settings. With multiple pathways — including
M.Ed., Ed.D., Ph.D. and joint MBA programs — you can align your degree with your career
goals.
These programs emphasize leadership development, organizational strategy and applied
research. Through coursework, mentorship and professional experiences, you’ll build
the skills to lead teams, improve educational outcomes and influence policy and practice
at multiple levels.
Programs Offered
- Mode of delivery: In Person and Online (varies by program)
Admission & Financial Aid
To apply to an educational leadership program, applicants must submit:
- Completed application
- Academic transcripts
- Statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation
Full-time graduate students may receive financial assistance through fellowships, graduate and teaching assistantships, research assistantships, graduate instructor positions and merited tuition.
Faculty & Research
You’ll learn from faculty with expertise in educational leadership, higher education,
policy and organizational development. Faculty bring experience from schools, universities
and leadership roles, helping you connect theory to real-world leadership challenges.
Through coursework and research, you’ll develop the ability to lead organizations,
manage change and improve educational systems. Doctoral programs emphasize research
and scholarly contributions, while master’s programs focus on applied leadership and
professional growth.
Featured Faculty
Professor of Professional Practice, Program Coordinator, Ph.D. and Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership
Dean
Professor, Chair of the Department of Educational Leadership & Higher Education
Sample Courses
- Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Education
- Ethical and Moral Dimensions of Educational Leadership
- Theories of Student Development
- Trends in Technology, Learning and Leadership
View Courses & Degree Requirements
What Sets Us Apart
- Multiple pathways tailored to K–12 and higher education leadership careers
- Options for master’s, doctoral and joint MBA degrees
- Focus on leadership, strategy and organizational impact
- Preparation for roles influencing policy, systems and educational outcomes
Career Prospects
You’ll be prepared for leadership roles across education systems. Graduates pursue
positions such as school principal or district leaders, higher education administrators,
policy and program leaders and other organizational leadership roles in education.
The programs equip you with the skills to lead teams, improve systems and drive meaningful
change in education.