Educational Leadership (M.Ed.)
Our M.Ed. in Educational Leadership provides graduates with the confidence, content knowledge, and professional leadership skills to become effective leaders who are ready to face the challenges of education in the 21st century.
The Educational Leadership degree program is offered via hybrid courses with classes meeting in a face-to-face format 50% of the time and through online learning activities the other 50% of the time. This rotation is done on an alternating basis for each course.
Students are admitted into cohorts that begin a two year program in the fall of each year.
This program prepares its students for licensure or certification within the state of Louisiana. Please visit the list of licensure programs for important information if you plan to move out of state.
Educational Leadership at UL Lafayette
Remote Cohort District Partnerships
Benefit from convenient, on-site district locations outside of our campus. Even if you're not located in Lafayette, you can still benefit from in-classroom teaching via M.Ed. remote cohorts.
Learn moreTeacher Tuition Incentive Program
At the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, current Louisiana K-12 educators and administrators pursuing a graduate degree can take advantage of the Teacher Tuition Incentive Program. This program can help you offset the cost of earning your master’s or doctoral degree. Tuition awards are based on the level of degree you’re seeking and your progress toward the degree.
Learn more about the Teacher Tuition Incentive ProgramGraduate Student Organization
As a UL Lafayette graduate student, you are automatically enrolled as a member of the Graduate Student Organization (GSO). The GSO plays a pivotal role in representing the needs and concerns of its members to the University administration. The GSO has departmental representatives and a group of student officers that meet regularly to address pressing issues affecting graduate students as well as actively participate in influential University bodies. The GSO is in charge of allocating student-assessed fees and the organization offers funding opportunities for graduate students.
Learn more about GSOFunding Opportunities
Explore diverse funding options for your UL Lafayette graduate education. Make your graduate journey financially accessible and rewarding through graduate assistantships and fellowships, the teacher tuition incentive program, GSO funding, SGA funding, or financial aid options.
