Academic Programs
In the University of Dayton Department of Educational Administration, our practices reflect our Catholic Marianist traditions and principles. We aspire to educate for the formation of faith; to provide an integral and quality education; to educate in the family spirit; to educate for service, justice and peace; and to educate for adaptation and change.
- Educational Leadership (MSE) with an optional Principal Licensure - 100% online
- Doctor of Education in Leadership for Organizations (EdD) - 100% online
- Educational Leadership (Ph.D.) - Flexible Hybrid Format
- Educational Leadership (Ed.S.) - Flexible Hybrid Format
- Certificate in Applied Social Science Research Methods - 100% online
- Certificate in Principal Preparation - 100% online
- Certificate in Superintendent Preparation - 100% online

Nationally ranked programs & degrees
The University of Dayton Department of Educational Administration is proud to offer nationally ranked programs and degrees, including U.S. News 2024 rankings of Best Graduate Schools of Education and The Princeton Review Best Online Doctor of Education Programs for 2025.