Master of Urban Educational Leadership at University of South Florida

University of South Florida

United States of America, Tampa

University Rank:#654

The Urban Educational Leadership is a Master degree offered by University of South Florida at its main campus in Tampa, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 2 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 21, 2027.

About Master of Urban Educational Leadership

The Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) program is committed to offering holistic and personalized educational opportunities to support learners' preparedness to enact leadership collaboratively toward equitable and excellent education, educational systems, and educational policy. It operates from the shared perspective that its programs are strengthened through diversity of the overall body: faculty, students, partners, and communities. ELPS offers two master level degrees in educational leadership (MA, MEd) across three campuses primarily offered at a distance.

The Urban Educational Leadership, M.A. prepares students to work in urban contexts in and beyond the United States including metropolitan, inner, and outer ring cities. It aims to promote their global awareness of intractable issues plaguing education in densely populated communities through engagement with various leadership frameworks and practices. Students in this major are prepared to influence policy, curriculum, pedagogy, andragogy, and professional development with an emphasis on educational quality and equity, whether working in or consulting with ministries, think tanks, non-governmental agencies, or boards or departments of education.

Admission Information

Admission may occur in the fall, spring, or summer semester. Admission is based on a holistic evaluation of each applicant's demonstrated academic potential to complete all degree requirements successfully. Success in the program requires a commitment to utilizing rigorous inquiry, developing strong analytical and writing skills, and demonstrating a commitment to purposeful inclusive practices that lead to learning for all students. The program faculty will consider each applicant within the context defined by her or his personal and professional qualifications.

Must meet University Admission and English Proficiency requirements as well as requirements for admission to the major, listed below.

Professional Resume
Letter of Intent outlining experience and goals for the degree (2-3 pages).
Three letters of professional recommendation from persons knowledgeable about the applicant's academic and professional competence, addressing the applicant's instructional expertise and leadership potential. At least one of the three (3) recommendations must be from the applicant's current or recent direct supervisor.

International Students

International students should check with International Services (https://www.usf.edu/world/international-services/index.aspx) for the latest information on requirements related to State testing, internship and practica.

Disciplines

College of Education

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Urban Educational Leadership at University of South Florida

Entry Requirements

Each applicant to a graduate degree program at the University of South Florida is required to meet the following minimum requirements. Applicants should check with their program of interest to see if there are any additional application requirements (e.g. test scores, letters of recommendation, statement of purpose and resume).

The equivalent bachelor’s and/or graduate degrees from a foreign institution. Bachelor’s degrees from institutions in the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) are considered equivalent based on the Bologna Accord. For applicants with a 3-year bachelor’s degree with less than 120 hours, from non-Bologna Accord institutions, a transcript evaluation from a NACES member is required to confirm equivalency.

Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale) in one of the following ways:
- All completed undergraduate coursework
- All completed graduate coursework

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Urban Educational Leadership at University of South Florida

Application Fee 30

How to Apply for Master of Urban Educational Leadership at University of South Florida

1. Submit Your Application

Complete the USF online application or the Common App application.

2. Pay Your Application Fee

Pay the nonrefundable, $30 application fee.

3. Submit Official Transcripts

Send original or certified copies of academic transcripts, mark sheets, grade reports, diplomas or certificates, national standardized examination results, or other academic course work to USF.

Include a certified English translation for all documents not written in English. If you need assistance translating your documents into English, we recommend using the American Translators Association to find a certified translator.

We can accept digital copies of these secondary and post-secondary school records emailed directly from an appropriate official at your school to [email protected]. Alternatively, mail your transcripts via post to:

University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E. Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
United States

If you have completed all 4 years of high school in the U.S., you will need to submit your coursework and grades via the Student Self-Reported Academic Record (SSAR) website. If you have attended any overseas high school, you will need to submit your official transcripts.

4. Submit Official SAT or ACT Scores

If you are submitting ACT scores, you are required to submit scores for the Writing section, per Florida Board of Governors requirements.

SAT Code for USF: 5828
ACT Code for USF: 0761

Students are only required to submit either SAT or ACT scores, but they are encouraged to submit both. USF superscores, meaning we consider your highest submitted section scores across all SAT and ACT test dates. Final admission decisions are made using only your highest cumulative scores. USF will not accept scores from the Common App portal, your guidance counselor or PDF screenshot. Scores must come directly from SAT or ACT testing services.

5. Send Official TOEFL or Duolingo Scores

This step is only required for students from non-English speaking countries. Scores are valid for two years from the original date of examination.

Request official TOEFL scores directly from ETS. Our school code is 5828.
Request official Duolingo scores directly from the testing agency.

If these English-proficiency tests are required, applicants must attain the following minimum scores:

TOEFL – 79
Duolingo – 110
SAT – 24 (Reading), 25 (Writing and Language)
ACT – 17 (English), 19 (Reading)

The English-proficiency test requirement may be waived if the applicant has successfully met another proof of English proficiency requirement as outlined in the USF academic catalog.

Master of Urban Educational Leadership at University of South Florida

University of South Florida

United States of America, Tampa