MA in Instructional Leadership, Roosevelt University

Chicago, Illinois

24 Months

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About this course

The Master's in Instructional Leadership at Roosevelt University is designed to develop effective and democratic leaders in diverse school environments. The program combines job-embedded coursework with practical field experiences, guided by practicing school and district leaders from Chicago and its suburbs. It emphasizes real-world applications, engaging discussions, and projects aligned with school improvement goals. The program offers a hybrid delivery model, including summer in-person classes and remote coursework during the school year, ensuring candidates can implement leadership skills directly within their schools. A key feature is the opportunity to choose between the Teacher Leader track and the Principal Endorsement Track after completing the first year. The curriculum is built on Roosevelt’s commitment to Social Justice Education and prepares students for leadership roles in educational settings.

Why this course is highly recommended

This program is ideal for aspiring educational leaders who want to enhance their credentials with additional endorsements to their Illinois Teaching License. Roosevelt’s faculty collaborates with Chicago’s instructional leaders, keeping the curriculum current and relevant. It prepares future principals and teacher leaders with the skills needed to advance their careers and make a significant impact on schools and districts, all within a socially conscious and justice-oriented framework.

Specialisation

The program offers two specialisations: the Teacher Leader track and the Principal Endorsement Track. Candidates can select their focus after the first year of coursework, tailoring their education to their leadership aspirations in teaching or school administration.

Course fees

Application fees

12.64L

1st year tuition fees

12.64L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants need a minimum GPA of 3.0 and official transcripts from all completed colleges or universities. All international students or those who completed a degree outside the U.S. must meet the English language proficiency requirement.

English language test

PTE

DUOLINGO

110

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL

Career prospects

Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue leadership roles such as teacher leaders, assistant principals, and principals in diverse educational settings. The program aligns with state regulations and ISLLC standards, preparing students to take on impactful leadership positions in schools, community organizations, and beyond.

FAQs

What are the admission requirements?

Candidates need at least a 3.0 GPA, official transcripts, and must meet the English language proficiency requirement if they are international students or have degrees from outside the U.S.

What is the delivery format of the program?

The program uses a hybrid model with in-person classes during the summer and remote classes throughout the academic year to facilitate practical engagement in leadership roles within schools.