Program: Educational Administration, EdS - Appalachian State University

Apr 08, 2025

2024-2025 Graduate Bulletin

Program Code: EDS_428A_1
CIP Code: 13.0401

Program of Study for the Education Specialist in Educational Administration

The Educational Administration EdS degree leads to NC superintendent licensure.

Admission Requirements: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university or completion of an approved advanced principal licensure program; complete application to the Graduate School ; official general GRE or MAT exam scores, unless waived.

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School . Meeting the minimum qualifying score does not guarantee admission, only consideration for unconditional admission.

Standardized Exam Waiver Eligibility: The standardized exam (GRE or MAT) requirement may be waived for applicants with cumulative undergraduate Master’s degree GPA of 3.0 or higher OR a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher in an earned graduate degree.

Course Requirements for the Education Specialist in Educational Administration

Total Required (Minimum 30 Hours)

Required Courses (30 Hours)

Choose One of the Following

LSA 6900 - School Administration and Supervision Internship/Field Study (2-8) (3+3) (for pre-service candidates)
LSA 6910 - District-Level Action Research Leadership Evidences (3) (3+3) (for in-service candidates)

Other Requirements for the EdS in Educational Administration

Thesis: Not required
Proficiency: Not required
Candidacy: Required; see the program director for specific timeline and requirements for admission to candidacy
Comprehensive: Prior to graduation, the student must successfully complete a comprehensive examination.
Product of Learning: Not required