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Applying to Master of Education in Educational Leadership Degree Program

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Spring 2024 online with scheduled virtual class meetings

Priority Deadline:  November 6

Standard Deadline: December 8

(Semester begins January 8; MEDU-500 runs March 4 - April 26)

minimum enrollment required 

Summer 2024 online with virtual class meetings

Priority Deadline: March 8

Standard Deadline: April 21

(Session and MEDU-500 runs June 3 - July 28)

minimum enrollment required

Fall 2024 online with virtual class meetings

Priority Deadline: June 24

Standard Deadline: July 22

(Semester begins August 21; MEDU-500 runs October 14 - December 6)

minimum enrollment required

Master of Education Application Process 

Expedite your application by applying through the Instant Admission process

  • All materials should be emailed to grad@noctrl.edu.
  • Complete this PDF instant admission application
  • Supplemental materials:
    • Letter of Recommendation
    • Official transcripts from the last 60 hours of graduate or undergraduate work showing a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. 
      • Transcripts can be sent electronically to grad@noctrl.edu or by mail to the School of Graduate and Professional Studies, 30 N. Brainard St., Naperville, IL 60540.
      • Please email grad@noctrl.edu once you receive a transcript confirmation number, as this will ensure they are routed to the School of Graduate and Professional Studies in a timely manner
    • A copy of your Professional Educator License
  • Resume and personal statement are waived

Use either method for the Master of Education in Educational Leadership degree program. New Educational Leadership candidates may start at the beginning of Fall, Spring and Summer semesters, provided minimum enrollment is met.

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Complete the online application and upload supplemental materials

  • Official transcripts from the last 60 hours of graduate or undergraduate work showing a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. 
    • Transcripts can be sent electronically to grad@noctrl.edu or by mail to the School of Graduate and Professional Studies, 30 N. Brainard St., Naperville, IL 60540.
    • Please email grad@noctrl.edu once you receive a transcript confirmation number, as this will ensure they are routed to the School of Graduate and Professional Studies in a timely manner
  • One professional letter of recommendation (PDF) - Complete and upload the first page of the letter of recommendation form. Send the second page to your reference.
    • M.Ed. in Educational Leadership applicant's letter of recommendation must be from a principal, who will serve as your mentor
  • A copy of your Professional Educator License
  • Resume 
  • Personal Statement
Admissions Interview

Applicants may be invited to an admissions interview if deemed necessary by the School of Graduate & Professional Studies.

Education Alliance Grant

North Central College is proud to announce a partnership with local businesses and school districts to offer the Education Alliance Grant. Eligible employees with an earned bachelor's degree will receive a 20% tuition discount in the following master's degree programs: