M.Ed. in Educational Leadership-Principal Licensure

Overview

Online principal licensure program for busy teachers who want to lead. Franklin’s M.Ed. in Educational Leadership-Principal Licensure combines online master’s courses with an on-site internship to qualify for Ohio principal licensure.

Program Availability

Online

16-Month Completion

Earn your M.Ed. and qualify for an Ohio principal license faster.

Scholarship

$2,000 Smart Start Scholarship — New students in the M.Ed. program qualify for an automatic $2,000 scholarship.

Format and Life Fit

Tailored to fit your life — focus on one class at a time and learn from experienced in-field professionals. 100% online coursework to balance degree work with life and work commitments.

Curriculum and Outcomes

Lead collaboratively and ethically to create a supportive educational environment. The M.Ed. curriculum aligns to the National Educational Leadership Preparation Program (NELP) Recognition Standards. You’ll learn: educational leadership theories, organizational management, creating positive and inclusive school culture, and competencies for success as a school leader, including ethics, laws, and values.

Gain in-demand skills such as:

• Leadership & Educational Vision
• Effective Instructional Leadership
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Data-Driven Leadership & Crisis Management

Start Dates and Admissions

Start dates may vary and are subject to change. Please request free information and speak with an admission advisor for the latest start dates.

• Fall 2025 — September 29 Recommended Register By:
  Sep 19
• Spring 2026 — February 16 Recommended Register By:
  Feb 6
• Summer 2026 — June 29 Recommended Register By:
  Fall 2026
• Spring 2027 — February 15 Recommended Register By:
  Feb 5
• Summer 2027 — June 28 Recommended Register By:

Choose Franklin's M.Ed. in Educational Leadership-Principal Licensure and get a high-quality degree that fits your life and your budget.

Tuition and Scholarships

Take one class at a time. Total tuition: $21,440. Automatic Scholarship: $2,000. Tuition with Scholarship: $19,440. Franklin’s competitive tuition rate and the Smart Start Scholarship make your degree more affordable.

Finish Fast

16 months to complete. Realize your career goals sooner.

Affordable Tuition

$670 per credit hour. Inflation-proof your degree cost by locking in tuition from day one through graduation.

32 semester hours required. Major Area Required. Focus Area and Additional Requirements.

M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Focus Areas

Focus areas available as part of the program.

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Career Outcomes

Occupation data (2023):

Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary — Median Salary $103,460;
Job Postings 64,642; 5% growth

Education Administrators, All Other — Median Salary $88,462;
Job Postings 0; 8% growth

Employment outlook data provided by Lightcast and reflects U.S. trends; not specific to Franklin University graduates. Franklin University cannot guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement.

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum emphasizes leadership and vision, instructional leadership, stakeholder engagement, problem solving, decision making, data-driven leadership, and crisis management.

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