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Ed.S. Educational Leadership, Licensure Track

If you want to earn your Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) or pursue leadership and administration positions in education, earning your Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Educational Leadership could be the right move. With the Ed.S. in Educational Leadership program at Indiana Wesleyan University, you can earn your degree in just 22 months, with the added convenience of online learning. At IWU, we lock in the rate of your tuition as soon as you start the program. This eliminates the worry of cost increases after you begin your education.

Why Pursue My Ed.S. Educational Leadership Degree at IWU?

There are several benefits to pursuing your Ed.S degree at IWU. Courses are taught by experienced faculty who are experts in the disciplines they teach. Our Christian faculty teach from the same biblical worldview valued on our campus, so that students can implement these principles in a fulfilling career. We also provide tech support tutoring, and full-time chaplains for all students. Our approach to online learning allows busy professionals and parents to continue their careers without putting their current lives on hold.

What Will I Learn in This Ed.S. Educational Leadership Program?

This educational leadership degree program is designed to help students prepare for a doctorate level education or move directly into administrative leadership roles after graduation. Students complete a project that reflects their professional goals and interests in educational leadership. Online course materials are delivered through virtual reality, video discussion, concept maps, demo videos, and other tech-driven applications. Course topics include ethical leadership, conflict resolution, research methods, scholarly writing, and more.

What Makes IWU Different?

Education Pioneer

IWU has provided on-campus education for more than 100 years.

Rooted in Christ

Faith-integrated curriculum and a commitment to changing the world.

Superior Support

Center for Student Success for counseling, tutoring, and more!

Tuition & Aid

30 Credit Hours

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$575/ Credit Hour

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Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits, and employer reimbursement.

Financial Aid Tuition & Fees Info

Applicable fees for resources and services will be assessed throughout the program. Tuition and fees for prerequisites and required elective courses are in addition to the charges shown on the program cost sheet. Your tuition rate will remain the same as long as you remain continuously enrolled in the same program. The estimated cost of attendance is available on the financial aid webpage. Cost sheets may be requested from an enrollment counselor by calling 866.498.4968 or emailing iwuenroll@indwes.edu.
What You Will Study in This Ed.S. Educational Leadership Program

Coursework for your Ed.S. degree in educational leadership covers how to:

  • Apply current models of leadership to academic settings
  • Drive organizational change through effective communication to diverse audiences
  • Translate research-based knowledge into effective, strategic, and culturally responsive initiatives
  • Integrate Christian principles and biblical worldviews into a virtuous career centered on integrity, fairness, and ethical decision-making
  • Become an effective collaborator, team-builder, and mediator who possesses the ability to self-reflect and seeks to continually improve

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After Graduation
Potential Careers

  • Community Engagement Director
  • Director of Training and Professional Development
  • Higher Education Administrator
  • Museum Education Program Planner
  • Technology Director


Work in Various Industries

  • Industry

Program Requirements
  • Completed master's degree in education (or related field) from a college or university that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by both the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The degree must be verified on official transcripts and sent directly to Indiana Wesleyan University.
  • Graduate GPA of 3.0 or higher in graduate-level courses from master’s degree-granting institution.
  • Minimum of three years of experience at an educational organization or related field.
  • Present at least two letters of recommendation.
  • Successfully complete the curriculum.
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above in all graduate work and a minimum grade of "B-" in each course.
  • Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive a diploma.
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Accreditation

Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org, 312-263-0456. Other accreditations and associations of Indiana Wesleyan University are available at www.indwes.edu/about/iwu-profile/accreditation.

Education programs at Indiana Wesleyan University are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), 1140 19th Street, Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20036, 202-223-0077.

Take the Next Step

Discover the way forward in your quest to move into a leadership or administrative role in education. Contact us today to learn more about this Ed.S. in Educational Leadership program at IWU!

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