The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership at the 成人大片 is designed for aspiring and current education professionals who are ready to lead schools, districts, and educational organizations with vision and purpose. Rooted in best practices and aligned with state and national leadership standards, this program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to drive meaningful change in today鈥檚 learning environments.
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Be the difference in education. At UNF, students become leaders who champion student success, support teacher growth, and shape the future of learning.
Program Overview
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership at the Silverfield College of Education and Human Services is designed to develop effective, future-ready educational leaders. This program prepares educators to assume key leadership roles in K–12 schools and districts by integrating theory, practice, and research in educational policy, instructional leadership, and organizational management.
Grounded in research-based approaches and aligned with the Florida Principal Leadership Standards, the curriculum explores topics such as effective school practices, innovation in education, and data-informed decision-making. Students graduate with the knowledge and skills to lead school improvement, support teacher development, and foster inclusive, high-performing learning environments.
Concentrations
The program offers two concentrations.
- School Leadership: includes eligibility for the Florida Educational Leadership Certification (Level I)
- Athletic Administration: designed for those pursuing leadership roles in school or collegiate athletic programs
Each concentration requires 30 credit hours to complete. Students who opt not to pursue Florida certification will complete 33 credit hours. While at least one year of teaching experience is required for admission, three years is preferred.
With flexible course options and experienced faculty, UNF’s M.Ed. in Educational Leadership empowers educators to lead with purpose and positively shape the future of education.
Program Contacts
Graduate Program Director - Athletic AdministrationSilverfield College of Education and Human Services
Graduate Program Director - School Leadership & School Leadership without Florida Educational Leadership Certification
Silverfield College of Education and Human Services
Program At-a-Glance
Application Deadlines
Deadlines may vary for specific programs and are subject to change.
International Applicant Deadlines
International Applicant Deadlines
- Fall: June 1
- Spring: October 1
These deadlines are for international students who are required to submit documents for immigration processing. While not mandatory, applicants are encouraged to submit all documents for immigration by these dates to ensure timely visa processing.
- Fall: August 1
- Spring: December 1
- Summer: April 15
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Admissions Requirements
The below Program Requirements, University Requirements, and International Applicant Requirements*, if applicable, must be submitted no later than the deadline posted above. Incomplete applications or those with required materials post-marked after the deadline are subject to cancellation. Once an application has been canceled, the decision cannot be reversed.
*International students must be fully admitted to a full-time, on-campus, in-person, degree-seeking program at the 成人大片. Please contact the International Center for more information.
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University Requirements
University Requirements
Application and Application Fee
Prospective students are required to use our online system to create an account and submit an application. The application opens approximately one year in advance and is only good for the term and program in which it is submitted. Applicants who have submitted their application and wish to change their admission term or major/concentration may submit a new application and associated application fee. If you would like to cancel an open application, please contact us.
A $30 (USD) application fee is required regardless of previous enrollment. The application fee is non-refundable and cannot be waived. Undergraduate application fees cannot be used for a graduate application, and vise versa. The application fee must be submitted prior to the review of an application.
Current students who would like to add or change a major, concentration or certificate should submit the Change of Concentration or Major form.
College Transcripts
All applicants must provide transcripts from a U.S. institution accredited by an accepted institutional accreditor or its equivalent from a non-US institution that awarded the bachelor’s degree and master’s degree, if applicable, and transcripts from institutions where any post-baccalaureate and/or graduate credits were earned.
All admits must provide official transcripts.
All international transcripts will require a course-by-course evaluation by an approved third-party credential evaluation agency unless a graduate program has established an alternative credential evaluation procedure that is approved by the graduate school. To be accepted, the evaluation must be:
- Translated to English and be the U.S. equivalent
- Evaluated course-by-course
- Include the overall academic GPA
- Be from an . Recommended evaluation agencies:
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Important Notes
- The 成人大片Graduate School cannot request transcripts on an applicants behalf.
- Unofficial transcript copies are accepted for admissions but must clearly state the institution name, student name, course information, terms, grades, and credits. Degree audits are not accepted. Admitted students will be prompted to provide official transcripts.
- If currently enrolled in courses, an incomplete transcript must be submitted before the posted deadline.
- Applicants who also have to apply through systems such as ATCAS or PTCAS, must submit separate transcripts to UNF.
- Official transcripts must:
- Must be less than one year old from the date of printing
- Must be submitted in a sealed envelope from your institution, or emailed through official electronic means.
- When requesting college transcripts, please verify with your institution(s) whether or not they are able to submit electronic transcripts in the proper EDI format. Institutions can submit transcripts via e-mail to graduateschool@unf.edu from an approved vendor such as ScriptSafe, Credentials, or Parchment.
- Former or current 成人大片students should not request 成人大片transcripts. After application submission, the 成人大片requirement will be updated to a "waived" status.
Where Do I Send Transcripts and Test Scores?
Mail
成人大片Graduate School
1 成人大片Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32224Email
Test Score Institutional Codes
GRE: institutional code 5490
GMAT: institutional code CF3QB51 -
Program Specific Requirements
Program Requirements
Athletic Administration Specific Requirements
- Resume
- Letter of intent
- Describe professional and career goals
- Aspiration
- Three letters of recommendation
- Address applicants qualifications for success in graduate school
- Must be on official letter head (if applicable) and have an original signature (electronic signatures are not acceptable)
School Leadership with and without Florida Educational Leadership Certification Specific Requirements
- Resume
- Letter of intent
- Describe professional and career goals
- Aspiration
- Certification
- Copy of professional, not temporary, teaching certificate or statement of eligibility
- At least 1 year of successful full-time teaching experience in public or private school, 3 years preferred
- Three letters of recommendation
- Address applicants qualifications for success in graduate school
- Must be on official letter head (if applicable) and have an original signature (electronic signatures are not acceptable)
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International Applicant Requirements