Master of Education in Educational Leadership / Higher Education Leadership
Franklin University

Program Details

The online Master of Education in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Higher Education Leadership teaches students how to manage the people, culture, and programs that support higher education learning. Through this online program, students will gain the skills and knowledge to help them excel as successful higher education leaders. This program can be completed in one year. 

Some of the courses include, but are not limited to: 

  • Educational research and program evaluation
  • Leadership theory 
  • Leading curricular and instructional alignment



Graduates can choose from a variety of career opportunities, including roles as a Dean of Students, Student Affairs Director, or Admissions Director. Through information learned through the online master’s degree program in higher educational leadership, graduates will have an understanding of how finances influence action, how governance impacts the delivery of services to students, how to manage liability risk, and more. By obtaining the master’s degree in Higher Education Leadership, graduates can move into rewarding leadership careers in higher education.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Franklin University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.75 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

GMAT, GRE

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • GRE / GMAT scores waived for applicants with a GPA of 2.75 or higher.