Educational Leadership (Ed.S.)
Degree RequirementsThe Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) program offered in Educational Leadership provides advanced study for qualified master educators. The Performance-Based Program of Study builds upon work completed at the master's level in Educational Leadership. The Specialist in Education program in Education Leadership is organized around cohorts with a strong residency (internship) program. Each cohort is supervised by one faculty member who assures that students meet all program standards prior to graduation. Coursework is organized around thematic blocks that address school improvement issues and is configured to meet on Saturdays supplemented by on-line assignments and study.
Applicants for the Ed.S. Leadership program must meet requirements (pdf) from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission part of which includes having a Memorandum of Understanding between the applicant's employing county and Georgia College.
Admission to and matriculation with this degree program is by cohort only. New cohorts begin in Fall semester.
Admission Requirements
- Graduate Admissions Application Form
- Two professional recommendations (pdf)
- Official copies of all transcripts
- Passing scores on the Graduate Writing Assessment
- Minimal GPA of 3.25
- Verification of immunization
- Hold or be eligible for NL5 or L5 State of Georgia Certification in Educational Leadership (T-5 certification will not substitute for NL5 or L-5).
- Hold administrative position as defined by Georgia Professional Standards Commission
- Employing school system must have approved partnership agreement with GC
- Satisfactory completion of interview by faculty admissions committee
- Applicants must comply with current PSC regulations for leadership roles or positions.
- Verify two years teaching experience with a clear/renewable certificate
Certification
Students successfully completing this program will be recommended to the Professional Standards Commission for certification at the PBL-6 level.
Contact Information
Ms. Shanda Brand, shanda.brand@gcsu.edu
Graduate Admission Advisor
CBX 70; 220 Kilpatrick Hall
Milledgeville, GA 31061 (478) 445-1383
Phone toll free in Georgia: 800-342-0471 Ext. 1383
Dr. Craig Smith, Chairperson, craig.smith@gcsu.edu
CBX 72, 101C Kilpatrick Hall
Milledgeville, GA 31061
(478) 445-4577
Phone toll free in Georgia: 800-342-0471 Ext. 4577
Dr. Tish Seay, Coordinator, tish.seay@gcsu.edu
CBX 72, 104 Kilpatrick Hall
Milledgeville, GA 31061
(478) 445-2523
Phone toll free in Georgia: 800-342-0471 Ext. 2523
