Admissions Requirements

1. Possess a Class B Teaching certificate required.
2. Take and obtain satisfactory scores on specified national tests (GRE or MAT).
3. Submit three letters of recommendation from persons who are qualified to evaluate and applicant’s ability to do graduate-level work.
4. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
5. Have a minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience. Experience form is required.
6. Submit an admission portfolio before an interview which includes:
   • Two letters of recommendation to include one from the applicant’s principal or supervisor
   • Completed copy (all forms) of the most recent performance appraisal to include the professional development component, if available
   • Evidence of ability to improve student achievement
   • Evidence of leadership and management potential, including evidence of most recent accomplishments in the area of instructional leadership
   • Summary of candidate’s reasons for pursuing instructional leadership certification
   • Summary of the candidate’s expectations of the leadership preparation program
7. Pass an interview conducted by a program admission committee that includes both P-12 instructional leaders and higher education faculty.