Admission Requirements
- Equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree.
- Applicants with non-U.S. degrees: Please visit the international applicants page to review U.S. degree equivalency information. (link)
- Students interested in applying must have a masters degree plus five years teaching experience under certification. Visit the NJ Department of Education’s requirements page for more information.
*F1/J1 visa seeking students are not eligible for this program.
Application Checklist
- Application Deadline: Rolling admission.
- Online Application: Submit application and $60 non-refundable fee (or waiver if applicable).
- Transcript: One from each college attended.
- Essays/Personal Statement: Two Short Answer Questions (250-350 Words each). The prompts are:
- Describe a time when you demonstrated leadership in your school/district OR describe a challenge you have faced that has influenced your leadership approach.
- The Educational Leadership Department at Montclair State University aims to prepare culturally responsive and anti-racist leaders who create more equitable schools and a more just society. Describe some ways you could contribute to supporting equity and diversity in your school/district.
- Copy of Teacher Certification: One.
- Resume: Required.
Additional Admissions Requirements
For admittance into the program, you’ll need:
- Transcript: One from each college attended.
- Your completed application essay
- A copy of your Teacher Certification
- Resume
Applicants with non-U.S. degrees, please visit the International Applicants page to review the US degree equivalency information.