Designed for aspiring superintendents and other school district leaders, such as assistant superintendents, executive directors and program managers. Candidates earn the Washington State initial superintendent's certificate.

Certificate in Initial Administrator at Western Washington University
The Initial Administrator at Western Washington University is a Full Time Certificate program offered on the WWU - Everett campus in Bellingham , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 1 year. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on September 27, 2026.
About Certificate in Initial Administrator
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in Initial Administrator at Western Washington University
Entry Requirements
Submit Official Transcripts
Applicants are responsible for requesting official credentials/transcripts from the appropriate institutions as defined below. A transcript is considered official if is sent directly from the institution of origin or the Ministry of Education to the Office of Admissions. Please do not mail your own transcripts. They cannot be accepted, even in a sealed envelope.
First-Year applicants must submit:
- Official secondary school credentials with certified English translations when necessary
Transfer and Post-baccalaureate applicants must submit:
- Official credentials from all postsecondary institutions attended, even if you do not expect to transfer credit. Only transcripts issued within the last year will be accepted.
- Transfer applicants with fewer than 45 transferable quarter (30 semester) credits must also submit official secondary school credentials with certified English translations when necessary
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Career Opportunities after Completing Certificate in Initial Administrator
Superintendent or District Office
Tuition and Fee Information for Certificate in Initial Administrator at Western Washington University
How to Apply for Certificate in Initial Administrator at Western Washington University
- The Application for Admission
- $70 non-refundable application fee
- Official transcripts (an official transcript evaluation from an approved organization may also be required)
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- Declaration of Financial Responsibility
- An essay that helps the Admissions Committee understand your academic goals, related experiences and/or preparatory course work, and professional goals

United States of America, Bellingham