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 all undergraduate and graduate institutions showing an earned bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the last 60 hours of coursework is required.
- 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.
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Complete the online application and upload supplemental materials
- Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions showing an earned bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale during the last 60 credit hours of coursework is required.
- 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.
- 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.