Overview

About this Degree

The Educational Leadership department at California State University Fullerton holds two Master's of Science programs. The MS in Higher Education (MSHE) and the MS in Educational Administration (MSEDAD). Our degree programs support the growth of leaders for Pre K-12 schools, community colleges, and higher education.

Students interested in pursuing a career working with post secondary students in the community college or 4-year setting should apply to the MS in Higher Education program. Students interested in our MS in Educational Administration are teachers in the P-12 setting who hold a teaching or services credential.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Organizational Leadership
Instructional Leadership in Higher Education
History and Philosophy of Higher Education
College Student Characteristics and Cultures
Student Learning and Development
Diversity Access and Equity
Higher Ed Fieldwork
Professional Seminar in Higher Education

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fullerton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Employer Support Agreement
Three (3) letters of recommendation (sent electronically via Cal State Apply)
CV or Resume
Unofficial transcripts from all institutions previously attended
Three (3) writing prompt responses.

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Tuition Fees

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8548 USD / year

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8548 USD / year

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8548 USD / year

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Living costs

Fullerton

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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