Online Master's in Teacher Leadership
Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), our flexible, fully online Master of Education in Teacher Leadership program empowers teachers to assume leadership roles within their schools and districts.
Why choose Rowan Online's Master of Education degree in Teacher Leadership program?
A flexible online Master of Education in Teacher Leadership degree program
Designed for educators who wish to develop their skills without leaving the classroom, our online Master of Education (MEd) in Teacher Leadership program is offered by Rowan University’s CAEP-accredited College of Education and empowers teachers to become leaders within their existing school communities. By aligning with New Jersey State Teacher Model Standards, the curriculum helps students master essential skills in mentorship, curriculum development, and data-driven instruction. The program approaches leadership through a lens of equity and collaboration, preparing graduates to advocate for diverse learners and drive improvement across their districts. Ultimately, teachers emerge as skilled experts prepared to develop new programs, guide their peers and to improve schooling for every child.
2025-2026 Academic Year
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Studying teacher leadership at Rowan
What You'll Learn
Rowan’s online Master of Education (MEd) in Teacher Leadership program requires the completion of 30 graduate credits.
Online teacher leadership key courses
- Seven Core Courses in Teacher Leadership (19 semester hours)
- Content Area COGS Coursework (11-21 semester hours)
Due to its scaffolding design, transfer credits are not accepted in the M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership program.
An Inside Look at Coursework
Below, you will find a list including titles of foundational coursework for the MEd in Teacher Leadership program:
- Curriculum Development for Teacher Leaders and Other School Professionals
- Agency in Teacher Leadership
- Teacher Leadership and Learning Communities
- Analysis of Classroom Teacher Behavior
- Educational Change
- Teacher Leadership in Practice
- Self-Study in Teacher Leadership
Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
The Rowan Online Experience
You don’t have to step away from your career to earn a graduate degree. Rowan Online offers asynchronous courses, active faculty engagement, part-time coursework and a platform that helps you stay connected to your peers and instructors when the time is right for you. Take a closer look at the unmatched online learning experience provided by Rowan Online.
Admission Requirements
To begin the admission process for Rowan’s online Master of Education in Teacher Leadership program, you must submit the following application materials. Once you apply, a representative from the Rowan University Office of Admissions will reach out to confirm your application or notify you of any missing information. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program.
- Completed online application
- Completed M.Ed. Teaching Verification Form
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Typewritten statement of professional objectives
- Must include applicant's definition of a "Teacher Leader"
- For the Early Childhood Special Education (birth-5) Certificate of Graduate Study/Track: Please explain how this Early Childhood Special Education (birth-5) Certificate of Graduate Study/Track aligns with your professional objectives and what you hope to learn from this non-certification program.
- Two letters of recommendation
- Copy of initial NJ Standard Instructional Certificate, Certificate of eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS), or Certificate of Eligibility (CE) in early childhood, elementary, subject matter or health and physical education; out of state teaching license (required only for Special Ed. Content COGS)
- Signed statement of regular, on-going access to a classroom
- Early Childhood Special Education track - Please submit 1-2 paragraphs briefly listing/describing at least one licensed, center-based preschool and/or Early Childhood home-based or center-based site that directly works with young children (in the birth-5 range) where you anticipate being able to complete field-related assignments aligned with ECSE track/COGS coursework (i.e., during and/or after-hours from your current employment for certain assignments per semester may work for our purposes). Please be sure to include the site location and contact information (email, phone) of the director. [Note that a local site covering birth-5 would be ideal since we have a course dedicated to infants/toddlers separate from preschool-aged children. If you only identify one local preschool-aged site for three-to-five-year-olds, however, this is okay for our purposes as long as you are willing to brainstorm alternative options with the instructor to observe/interact with younger children in the infant/toddler methods course, as per assignment guidelines.]
Tuition and Aid
Tuition for Rowan’s online Master of Education in Teacher Leadership degree is $877 per credit. This competitive graduate rate reflects the high-quality instruction, faculty support and accessibility Rowan offers its students.
Careers and Outcomes
Upcoming virtual information sessions and events
Have questions about earning a graduate degree online? Rowan Online offers virtual info sessions that provide a closer look at the educational leadership degree program and Rowan as a whole. Hear from faculty, connect with admissions representatives and learn how the program supports scholar-practitioners through applied research and flexible coursework.
Growing as a Leader Through Rowan's Online MEd In Teacher Leadership: Tajauna's Story
For Tajauna S., an established educator with more than a decade of experience, pursuing a graduate degree isn’t just about career advancement—it’s about becoming the best version of herself.
Her decision reflects why many teachers choose Rowan’s online MEd in Teacher Leadership: to expand their leadership skills while continuing to make a direct impact in the classroom.
What Can You Do with a Master's in Educational Leadership?
If you’re a passionate educator looking to expand your impact without leaving the classroom, a Master of Education (MEd) in Teacher Leadership could be the perfect next step. Whether you’re mentoring colleagues, developing curriculum, or inspiring school-wide change, you’re already showing signs of leadership. This degree helps you formalize that influence and move into new roles—without stepping away from the students who inspire you.
But what exactly can you do with a master’s in educational leadership?
Let’s explore what teacher leadership looks like, the doors this degree can open, and why Rowan University’s 100% online program might be the right fit for your future.
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