Master of Arts in Education: Educational Administration
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Advance as a Leader in Education Administration
Education administrators shape the climate and culture of learning communities – from students’ everyday experiences to school staff and educator resources and well-being. With the Master of Arts in Education: Educational Administration from Concordia, you’ll build your career with the latest research, theory, and best practices in education leadership. Throughout the program, you’ll learn to make strategic decisions, as well as lead, nurture, and sustain cultures conducive to student learning.
Get your master’s degree online – without having to pause your career. Concordia’s master of arts in education administration and supervision program was designed to prepare you to lead in K-12 schools. Learn with a small, supportive cohort, and continue working while taking one to two courses at a time. Earn a Preliminary Administrative Services Credential while demonstrating competencies in the California Administrator Performance Assessment (CalAPA) cycles while earning a master’s degree.
The Concordia Master of Arts in Education: Educational Administration program complies with CalAPA.
Online
Study fully online where it’s convenient for you.
30 Units
Complete your program in about 14 months.
$730/Unit
Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
“I signed up for classes and could not believe the quality of instruction I was getting. These were real-time practitioners – principals, teachers, administrators.”
Nnenna Okpara, MAEd ’14, EdD ’18
Getting Started
Throughout your coursework, you’ll be guided through 100 hours of practicum with a veteran practitioner.
Next Start
August 24, 2026
Upcoming Starts
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Fall 2 2026 October 19, 2026
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Spring 1 2027 January 11, 2027
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Spring 2 2027 March 8, 2027
Curriculum
Core Curriculum (Sample Courses):
- EDEL510 – Servant Leadership
- EDUA517 – Curriculum Design and Evaluation
OR EDU520 – Curriculum Design and Assessment - EDUA556 – Legal and Political Aspects in Education
- EDUA557 – Human Resources
- EDUA558 – Financial Resources
View the Concordia University Irvine Online Catalog for a full list of courses.
Upon graduating with your Master of Arts in education administration and supervision, you’ll understand how to:
- Facilitate the development and implementation of a vision of learning that recognizes the needs of the school community.
- Collaborate with the community to promote social-emotional learning, character, and ethics within school systems.
- Model servant leadership while actively nurturing and sustaining a school culture and instructional programs conducive to student learning and professional growth for faculty and staff.
- Implement a balanced approach to decision-making in an educational environment.
- Identify strategies for lifelong learning in a global and digital world, including shaping a personal network to support continuous professional growth in servant leadership.
Tuition and Fees
At Concordia, we understand that investing in your education is a significant decision. That’s why we offer a variety of scholarships and financial aid options to help make your academic journey more affordable. View tuition costs and fees.
Lutheran Educator Discount
For applicants currently serving as a teacher or administrator in a Lutheran school, Concordia offers a 10% discount on tuition when you pursue a degree through Concordia University Irvine’s School of Education. Candidates for this special discount simply need to submit a signed letter from their school administrator verifying employment along with all application materials.*
CUI Alumni Loyalty Discount
For applicants who have earned a degree from Concordia University Irvine, the university offers a 10% discount on tuition when you pursue an additional degree or program through our School of Education. Candidates for this special discount simply need to inform the Admissions Office of your eligibility when applying for admissions.*
*Students receiving Concordia Faculty/Staff Waiver, Graduate Assistants, and Scholarship Athletes cannot combine with tuition discounts.
Admission Requirements
View the Graduate Application page for full details on application and admission requirements.
Information Sessions
Attend and Information Session online to learn more about our program, the application process, financial aid, payment plans, and more.
Career Outcomes
An educational administration master’s degree gives you options. From 2023 to 2033, the workforce may see increases in related careers each year1, on average:
- Principals: Over 20,000
- Instructional coordinators: Over 20,000
- Postsecondary education administrators: Over 15,000
MAED/MAEL Program Handbook
The Program Handbook provides you with certain graduate degree program descriptions and requirements needed to earn a MAED/MAEL degree.
Networking Opportunities
As a graduate student at Concordia, you’ll become part of a vibrant community of over 25,000 alumni and over 3,500 peers, fostering meaningful connections that support both personal and professional growth. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to helping you discover and develop your callings through mentorship and collaboration.
Located in Irvine — home to more than 900 tech companies and a hub for innovation — students benefit from proximity to leading industries in life sciences and information technology. One-third of all Fortune 500 companies have a presence in Irvine, offering abundant opportunities for internships, mentorships, and career advancement.
Irvine’s strategic position in Southern California provides access to a dynamic business ecosystem, making it an ideal place to build your professional network. Whether you’re attending on-campus events or engaging with our online community, Concordia offers the resources and support to help you thrive in your various vocations.
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Reduce your tuition costs with financial aid — with help from a team that wants to make your time at Concordia as affordable as possible.
Meet Our Faculty
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Cari Chittick
Director of Lutheran Teaching Programs and LCMS Placement, Professor of…
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Kathy Mueller
Administrative Assistant to the Dean/Assistant Director of Events and Partnerships
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Sandra Mercier
Director, MAEd Learning, Design, and Technology & Curriculum & Instruction
FAQs
What is a master’s in education administration?
A Master of Arts in education administration and supervision is a graduate degree that positions you to work in leadership roles in K-12 schools. Earning this master’s degree opens more doors for your career – and can boost your earning potential.
Are elementary school teachers in demand in California?
At Concordia, the program has been designed to be completed in 14 months as a full-time student. Depending on the college you choose, the length of a Master of Arts in education major in administration and supervision depends on how it’s structured. Many of these programs can be completed in less than 2 years.
Is an elementary education major worth it?
Typically, most education administrators are required to have a master’s degree. Concordia offers a Master of Arts in education administration and supervision that can be completed online. This program sets you up to lead in K-12 schools.
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Sources
1U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, on the internet, at:
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/elementary-middle-and-high-school-principals.htm (viewed Dec. 16, 2024)
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/instructional-coordinators.htm (viewed Dec. 16, 2024)
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/postsecondary-education-administrators.htm (viewed Dec. 16, 2024).
Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.