Master of Science in Education - Educational Administration: Christian Leadership

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Earn your Graduate Certificate or Master’s degree while working.

Cost Per Credit

$735

Christ-centered

Develop a Christ-centered leadership philosophy grounded in Lutheran theology.

Lead with purpose and serve with faith

This fully online Christian Leadership track is designed for educators and ministry professionals who want to lead Christian schools and educational ministries with wisdom, humility, and a strong theological foundation.

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Program Overview

Whether you’re a classroom teacher called into leadership, a ministry leader managing education programs, or an out-of-state administrator, this program gives you the spiritual and professional preparation to lead with confidence.

Who should enroll?

This fully online, flexible program equips Christian leaders to build school cultures rooted in faith, ethical integrity, and academic excellence without requiring state licensure.

Christian school teachers seeking administrative roles
Current or aspiring principals in private and parochial schools
Ministry leaders overseeing educational programming
Out-of-state educators not pursuing state licensure
Those seeking theological depth in their leadership journey

Looking for a licensure?

Learn more about earning your licensure in school administration by selecting one of the options below:

What to Expect

What you'll learn

Leadership and administrative best practices
Theological foundations of leadership and vocation
Strategic planning, supervision, and school management
Promoting school culture grounded in faith and service
Communication, advocacy, and community partnerships

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Graduate Application Steps

Entrance requirements

An awarded bachelor's degree from an accredited higher-education institution
This graduate program has a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00. (Students below a 3.00 may still be reviewed for consideration.)
Brief video introduction recorded and submitted through your Future Falcon application
Provide a copy of your government-issued identification

Admissions process for graduate school

Application form available at www.cuw.edu/apply
- Select the Graduate option
One page essay which should include the following:
- Reason for obtaining a graduate degree
- What are your career goals
- Why are you choosing to pursue your degree at Concordia University
Current résumé of your education and employment experience
Official transcripts from all institutions of your highest degree obtained

When your application is complete, the file is forwarded to the Admission Committee for review.

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Accepted into the program

An official acceptance letter will be emailed to you that will include your Student ID number
An email from your Admissions Counselor will be sent to you with Next-Step details
Password information will be sent separately from the Information Technology office which will provide you access to Canvas, your Concordia email account, and your student portal
Academic Advising Appointment: Once admitted, you may schedule to meet with your Academic & Career Advisor who will review your degree plan, discuss orientation steps, the CUW student portal, and assist with registering for classes

Please note:

Graduate entrance exams such as the GRE, are not required
If you have completed graduate level classes in the last seven years and wish to have them evaluated for possible transfer, please contact your admissions counselor for more information
Uncommon Scholarships: If you meet qualifications, please complete an application Uncommon Scholarship

Non-Degree Students

This is for students seeking a certification, licensure, or an individual course.

Please complete an application at www.cuw.edu/apply
- Select the Non-Degree option
For certificates and licensures, submit the same documents as degree-seeking applicants
For an individual course, only submit official transcripts for review with your application

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