Texas Principal Certification
Advance your career as an instructional leader in the K-12 education setting.
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.
Admission Requirements
- Application for Admission
- $40 application fee ($50 for international students)
- All college and/or university transcripts
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
Please contact the graduate advisor listed below for current application deadlines.

Required Courses (3 credit hours each)
- 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
- EDG 6341: Role of the Principal
- EDG 6347: Practicum in School Administration
Total credit hours: 24