{"id":1655,"date":"2026-03-10T10:16:21","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T10:16:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.furman.edu\/graduate-studies\/?p=1655"},"modified":"2026-03-03T17:39:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T17:39:00","slug":"why-furman-university-is-the-place-to-learn-school-leadership","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.furman.edu\/graduate-studies\/why-furman-university-is-the-place-to-learn-school-leadership\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Furman University is the Place to Learn School Leadership"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re ready to take your impact beyond the classroom, Furman University\u2019s Master of Arts in Education in School Leadership<\/a> or Educational Specialist in School Leadership<\/a> programs are designed to help you lead with confidence and purpose.<\/p>\n

Both programs help educators who are ready to take the next step in their careers, without having to sacrifice their schedules.<\/p>\n

Benefits of both programs:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  • Fully online format <\/strong>that\u2019s built to fit schedules of working educators.<\/li>\n
  • Flexible start times<\/strong> with enrollment available in spring, summer or fall.<\/li>\n
  • Expert faculty<\/strong> who are experienced, active leaders in education.<\/li>\n
  • Interactive, real-world coursework<\/strong> focused on practical leadership scenarios.<\/li>\n
  • Completion in as little as two years, <\/strong>allowing educators to advance their careers quickly without putting their current roles on hold.<\/li>\n
  • Competitive pricing<\/strong> compared with similar educational leadership programs.<\/li>\n
  • Year-long internship<\/strong> to apply learning in actual school settings.<\/li>\n
  • Leads to South Carolina Principal Certification<\/strong> with a 100% Praxis pass rate.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Vernon Prosser, program coordinator for the school leadership program, is one of our distinguished faculty members. He has more than 35 years of experience in public education, including leadership roles such as school superintendent, assistant superintendent, finance officer and principal at the elementary, middle and high school levels. Reflecting on his career, he said, \u201cThroughout my years in education, I have developed many school leaders. It is my pleasure to now work with Furman through these educational leadership programs to continue developing future school leaders to serve in leadership roles across the state.\u201d<\/p>\n

    Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.) in School Leadership<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Our M.A.Ed. in School Leadership is a 36-credit program for experienced educators with at least two years of experience in the classroom. This program is ideal for teachers who are ready to expand their opportunities into leadership positions.<\/p>\n

    Our graduates are well prepared for roles like:<\/p>\n

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    • School principal or assistant principal.<\/li>\n
    • Program director.<\/li>\n
    • Teacher leader.<\/li>\n
    • Instructional coach.<\/li>\n
    • District-level positions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Through our targeted coursework, you\u2019ll develop crucial skills needed by supervisors and principals.<\/p>\n

      Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in School Leadership<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      Our Ed.S. in School Leadership is a 30-credit program for experienced educators who already hold a master\u2019s degree and want to advance into administrative leadership. This program prepares candidates for certification as a school principal or assistant principal through rigorous coursework and real-world leadership development.<\/p>\n

      Choosing the Right Program for You<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      The main difference between the two programs is the admission requirement. The Ed.S. in School Leadership requires a master\u2019s degree to enroll while the M.A.Ed. in School Leadership requires a bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n

      Both programs require a minimum of two years of educator experience along with a current professional teaching certificate, letters of recommendation and transcripts.<\/p>\n

      No matter which program is right for you, Furman University equips you with the knowledge and experience to lead schools effectively and make a lasting impact on students and communities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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