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Master of Arts in Leading Educational Innovation and Transformation

The Master of Arts in Leading Educational Innovation and Transformation at the University of Michigan Marsal Family School of Education is a rigorous and comprehensive online program that prepares graduates to become effective leaders and advocates in education.

#2 Grad Ed. School
(U.S. News & World Report 2026)
15 months
8 courses over 4 semesters
Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer
Starting Terms

About the Master of Arts in Leading Educational Innovation and Transformation

This program allows teachers and current or aspiring educational leaders to continue their work at the school, district, or nonprofit level, bringing to those settings skills that focus on reform and justice. Students can add a PK-12 School Administrator Certification to the degree. This flexible, nationally accessible certification is designed for working educators seeking to become school administrators in Michigan. The certification combines online learning with robust hands-on internships, mentorship, and a commitment to educational excellence and equity.

What You'll Learn

  • Ability to lead fundamental shifts in today’s educational landscape
  • Integrate research practices and data to guide decision-making
  • Bring entrepreneurial skills into your leadership practice
  • Address inequity in learning environments to create educational access for all learners

What You'll Earn

Master's Degree
Formal academic degree from the University of Michigan; application required.
Experience Type
100% Online
Format
Cohort-Based
Subjects
  • Education
Credits
24 credits

Tuition and Funding

Tuition and fees vary by term, residency status, and program plan. More information on current tuition and fee rates is available on the Registrar’s website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to frequently asked questions about this degree on the hosting school website.

Distance Education Disclosure

Current and prospective online students are advised to review the notices provided on our Distance Education Disclosures page. This page contains institutional policies and federally required disclosures that impact online students, including information about the state authorization and professional licensure status of the university's online programs, unique complaint procedures available to out-of-state online students, and important notices for international students.

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