Graduate Admission
Accelerate your career in education with Educational Leadership graduate programs at Hofstra University. We offer master’s, doctoral, and advanced certificates programs for K-12 educators and professionals in university settings, as well as programs geared for career changers. Many courses are available on-site, online, or in a hybrid mode. Select from any of the programs below to learn more. If you have questions please contact our graduate admission team at 516-463-4723 or graduateadmission@hofstra.edu.
Learn in small class sizes from highly qualified faculty who are actively involved in research and have years of experience as K-12 and higher education administrators.
Increase your experience working in higher education by taking on internships on Hofstra’s campus and through graduate assistant positions in various departments.
The Hofstra School of Education graduate education and online graduate education programs are ranked among the best in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
Our graduates are prepared for a variety of opportunities, from entry-level to upper administrative roles, with examples in higher education in areas such as academic advisement, admissions and enrollment, career counseling, and residential life. K-12 Leadership program students enjoy a vast network of alumni throughout the area, many of which hold prominent roles in school districts. Our graduates also go into research, consulting, academia and more.
An advanced certificate or graduate degree from Hofstra University is an investment in your professional career. Our programs are priced competitively and based on the graduate tuition rate per credit hour. Scholarships are available for qualified candidates.
To be considered for the Educational Leadership programs, you must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Advanced programs may require additional education and prior experience.
Start your application online where you can upload the following documents:
To learn more about the Educational Leadership programs at Hofstra, please see degree listing below.
International students: Please review additional admission requirements.
Apply to Educational Leadership programs at any time with our rolling admissions policy.
The Educational Leadership programs are between 30-79 credits.
Visit the Programs section below to learn more about each degree program in educational leadership.
This 49-70 credit program is designed for educators in pre-K-12 or higher education settings who wish to develop the advanced leadership skills needed to create organizational learning environments. Learn more about the EdD in Educational and Policy Leadership.
Dr. Sean Fanelli, Program Director and Special Professor, Specialized Programs in Education, is highly regarded for his expertise in higher education administration and brings to the Higher Education Leadership and Policy Studies M.S.Ed. program an exceptional breadth of leadership experience. Prior to joining the faculty of the School of Education, Dr. Fanelli served as the president of Nassau Community College for more than 28 years.
Dr. Eustace G. Thompson, Professor of Teaching, Learning and Technology, has 37 years of experience in urban and suburban public schools settings and held the positions of deputy superintendent, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, H.S. principal, and M.S. principal. He is a certified curriculum auditor and walk-through supervision trainer. His special interests include curriculum development and organizational leadership.