Transforming Educators into Administrative Leaders

Earn your principal licensure and become a leader within your school and local community.

Those in positions of educational leadership often make the biggest impact on their students. Created especially for working teachers who wish to earn their Indiana K-12 Building Level Administrator license, the online School Administration licensure program at Bethel University successfully prepares you for the next phase of your career.

Our online school administrator license program is designed to help you gain both academic understanding and practical, hands-on experience in working at higher levels of educational leadership. You’ll study key topics like accountability, community relations, staff development, and budgeting, as well as current issues in your field. In addition, a required internship allows you to gain real-world training, giving you the edge you need to successfully increase your earning potential and begin your new career as soon as possible.

Because our professors currently work in their field of instruction, you’ll be able to take advantage of beneficial networking opportunities that can help you go further.

The online School Administrator Licensure program also offers the ultimate in flexibility. Because our classes are online, you’ll have the capacity to balance both your education and your life. We offer six start dates per year and seven-week classes, allowing you to begin, pause, or accelerate your degree program at a pace that works for you. The program can be completed in as little as one year.

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Accreditation

Bethel University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to grant bachelor’s and master’s degrees. The Higher Learning Commission is one of six regional accrediting agencies in the United States. Institutional accreditation evaluates an entire institution and accredits it as a whole. The Education Department is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

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Obtaining a License in Another State

The State of Indiana has a compact agreement with most states. That means that if you hold a valid Indiana license, it should be relatively easy to obtain a license in most states. It is important to obtain your Indiana license first. Other states may have different requirements than Indiana regarding coursework, testing or GPA.

To obtain information for out-of-state licensing, please contact the Department of Education within the state you are seeking licensure. Please visit the United States Department of Education website and select the particular state of interest for license requirements and application procedures.

For current information regarding out-of-state licensing, please visit the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) website.

Have questions? Please contact the Bethel University Education Department, Licensing Advisor.

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Program Details

Next Start Date: 10/20/2024
Credit Hours: 20
Cost/Credit: 480
Transfer Credits: 0
Est. Completion Time: 1-2 Years
Accreditation: NCATE/CAEP

Course Requirements

Bethel’s school administrator license program offers a relevant curriculum that prepares you to go further in your career. The course of study consists of 20 credit hours, including 17 in the classroom, and three credit hours for a related internship.

  • ▸ Program Courses (20 Credits)

    • EDAD 501: Current Issues in Educational Leadership (3)
    • EDAD 541: School-Community Relations & Accountability (3)
    • EDAD 651: Personnel & Staff Development (2)
    • EDAD 661: School Finance & Budgeting (3)
    • EDAD 681: Educational Policy & Legal Perspectives (3)
    • EDAD 685: Ethics of School Leadership (3)
    • EDAD 690: Internship in School Administration (3)

    Internships

    The Internship in School Administration requires 220 hours to be completed in two semesters. The hours must be done at two levels: elementary, middle, or high school.

    • 145 hours at one level
    • 75 hours at a second level
Program consists of:

7

Total Courses
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Admission Requirements

Candidates for Bethel’s online school administrator license will need to submit the following:
  • Online graduate application
  • Official transcripts of a completed Master’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
  • A 300-word (or more) autobiography, including the candidate’s recent work in education, reason for seeking entry into the program, and significant events in his or her career. Candidates should define their character in terms of basic values, commitment to graduate studies, their philosophy and their worldview.
  • An updated resumé
  • Two letters of recommendation. Forms are sent electronically for candidates to share.
  • A current Indiana teaching license.**

Candidates must also schedule an interview prior to admission.

** If a candidate’s license needs to be renewed, he or she may do so through the course of study.

Tuition and Fees

Bethel has long been touted for its value. We were ranked No. 2 on Washington Monthly’s Best Bang for the Buck-Midwest list, listed as one of the 50 Best Value Christian Colleges, and have made it to the top tier of U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Regional Universities-Midwest” list for fifteen consecutive years.

*Fees are charged per semester unless otherwise noted. Depending on transfer credits, the number of semesters required for completion will affect total cost.

*Transferring any graduate-level credits must be petitioned with the department for approval.

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Payment Plan

Bethel University has a monthly installment plan available through Nelnet Campus Commerce. Enrollment can be completed online by accessing the student billing link through MyBethel or by calling 800.609.8056. Students will be charged an enrollment fee of $40.

Total cost with max. transfer credits:

$9,370

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Financial Aid

Bethel University is committed to ensuring that all our students receive an affordable education.
We offer financial aid based on need, and military benefits and are proud to offer extraordinarily competitive tuition rates.
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To learn more about your financial aid options or submit a FAFSA, please see our Financial Aid page.
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Bethel is committed to helping you make the most of your previous educational experiences. Visit our Transfer Credits page to learn more.
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Career Outcomes

A school administrator license can lead to a number of exciting new careers. Here are just a few. Career information taken from Payscale.com.

  • ▸ Principal

    Principals oversee all administrative aspects of a particular school. They may be responsible for assessing and managing curricula, supervising teachers, establishing and enforcing academic and behavioral standards, ensuring legal compliance, and other related tasks. Those who work in this profession earn a median annual salary of $87,724.

  • ▸ Assistant Principal

    Assistant principals supervise and manage a variety of areas within elementary, middle, and high schools. They may be responsible for enforcing standards related to curricula and discipline, working with teachers to address classroom management issues, managing supplies and purchasing needs, and collaborating with other members of leadership to meet organizational goals. These individuals earn a median annual salary of $70,847.

  • ▸ Curriculum Specialist

    Curriculum specialists assess and design how curricula are implemented within school systems. They may be responsible for designing new learning initiatives, making recommendations on teaching materials and techniques, developing tests and scoring guides, interpreting statistics about curricula, working with advisory committees, and other relevant duties. These individuals earn a median annual salary of $54,280.

Benefits of Learning Online

An online degree can open doors to your career while allowing you to study in a convenient, affordable format.
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