Educational Specialist in Educational Leadership & Special Education Administration
University of Northern Colorado

Program Details

Prepare for a leadership role at the school or district level with this online education administration degree. This interdisciplinary program ensures graduates are ready to assume roles as building principals, special education directors, and/or central office administrators.  

This online special education degree provides dual licensure, allowing students to pursue a diverse range of fields as they graduate. One license is for the Principal and the other is for the Special Education director. This program, which teaches students how to create positive change and successfully lead high-achieving, culturally responsive schools, covers such topics as:

  • Program planning
  • Applied research
  • Policy and budget development
  • Contemporary education issues

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Northern Colorado is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Occupational License, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Must have a valid special education teaching license or equivalent with at least one year of teaching experience
  • Leads to principal licensure in Colorado. Prospective students should check reciprocity in their state