Academic Programs
The Department of Educational Leadership and Policy offers graduate programs that develop thought leaders and administrators for public school, college and university settings. These master’s and doctoral programs focus on current and important topics, and the policies that positively influence modern education.
Students are prepared to become leaders and role models, with extensive leadership and policy knowledge gained through research alongside faculty. Each program has a focus on diversity and equity of education for all students at all levels of education. Graduate students learn the importance of collaboration between administrators and their educational community that promotes successful learning and opportunity.
Master’s Programs
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Through vigorous coursework and innovative research, students examine important topics and issues in public schools to better inform policies that benefit all students.
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The M.Ed. in Higher Education Leadership and Policy emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to course work. Students can tailor the program of study to fit their interests while building sound theoretical foundations, self-reflection practices and practical experiences.
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The Texas Principal Leadership Academy (TPLA) is a 12-month master’s program designed to prepare graduates to take the Principal as Instructional Leader EC-12 exam and become leaders of socially just, equitable and high-achieving public schools in Texas. This program starts in the summer semester only.
Doctoral Programs
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The Cooperative Superintendency Program works with school administrators to develop the skills, knowledge and real-world experiences needed to advance their careers as superintendents or executive leaders in a dynamic educational landscape.
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The doctoral program in Educational Policy and Planning prepares future faculty members, policy analysts and researchers to be equity-focused scholars. Students receive training in education politics and policy, race and ethnicity, gender, poverty, and the economics of education.
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Learn how to navigate the complexities of higher education by developing an understanding the origins and impact of opposing dynamics and how to use data to build organizational leadership.
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The PHELP Ph.D. program prepares students in the scholarly study of higher education. Through research across departments within the university, students gain first-hand experience into effective applications, policies and leadership skills used in academia by faculty and staff. Students also learn how universities function as advocates for social justice and support increasingly diverse student populations.
Undergraduate Minor
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The minor in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) provides undergraduate students the opportunity to explore leadership, governance and policy in schools, colleges and community organizations. Students learn how educational institutions work and gain skills to create meaningful change across educational settings. Open to all UT Austin undergraduate students.
Contacts
Jacinda Gonzales
Graduate Admissions Coordinator
Rachel Hendrickson
Graduate Coordinator, Current Students
Lauren Schudde
Graduate Advisor
