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Department of Educational Foundations and Leadership

Earn a master's or doctorate in educational leadership at UL Lafayette and prepare to lead K-12 schools, districts, and higher education institutions.

You have the experience. You know the challenges. You see the possibilities. Our programs combine practice and research so the theories, training, and principles you learn in class can be applied in your school and work life right away. Learn it today. Use it tomorrow.

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Built Around Your Job:

  • M.Ed.: About half your classes meet face-to-face and half are online. If your district is a partner site, our professors come to you.
  • Ed.D.: Classes meet on Friday evenings and Saturdays four times each fall and spring semester, supported by online activities.
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Master of Education in Educational Leadership

Prepare for Louisiana school leader certification in a two-year, hybrid cohort program built for working teachers.

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Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Lead in K-12 school systems, higher education, or state and federal education agencies. Choose from four concentrations: K-12, higher education, curriculum leadership, and exceptional learner.

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