About the Program
- Our program is delivered totally online in eight-week terms (five terms per academic year).
- Take advantage of our curriculum that is aligned with Texas principal standards and competencies, and also features substantial opportunities for field experience.
- Further develop your knowledge, skills and mindset to form a solid foundation for your educational leadership role.
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Admission Requirements
Transcripts from baccalaureate degree awarding university or college (Upload unofficial transcripts, with the exception of Angelo State University transcripts, for application evaluation purposes using the Graduate Studies Documents for Submission form.)
Note: The GRE is NOT required for admission.
Additional Program Application Requirements
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Separate Screening Assessment
As part of the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) admission process, this program will require a separate screening assessment as required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). After submitting the initial application for admission, the program will contact the applicant with further instructions.
Prerequisites
- Master’s degree from an accredited university
- Overall undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75 - or a 2.75 GPA in the last 60 hours of undergraduate work
- Be currently employed as a teacher in a full-time position at a TEA-approved school
- Hold a valid Texas Standard Teaching Certificate
- Have two years of documented, creditable teaching experience in a TEA-approved/recognized school as shown in your Texas service record
Credit Requirements
This program consists of 18 credit hours. That means you only have to complete six courses to prepare for the TExES Principal exam.
You can contact your Regional Education Service Center for more information about TTESS and TPESS Training.
Application Deadlines
- Spring A: Jan 1
- Spring B: Mar 1
- Summer: May 23
- Fall A: Aug 1
- Fall B: Applications will open on Aug 30
- Fall B: Oct 9

Required Courses (3 credit hours each)
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EDCT 6301: School Culture for Principals
- EDCT 6302: Instructional Leadership for Principals
- EDCT 6303: Human Resources Management for Principals
- EDCT 6304: Executive Supervision for Principals
- EDCT 6349: Practicum for Principal Certification or EDCT 6399 Internship for Principals
- EDG 6341: Role of the Principal
Total credit hours: 18