Educational Leadership and Administration Program

The educational leadership and administration program at Dordt College prepares students for careers as educational leaders, administrators, and policy makers. The program focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other education organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors. Program courses include a practical component, training in observation and research techniques, evaluation, and creative problem solving. Get more details below including other Iowa colleges that offer educational leadership and administration program.

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Dordt College

102 Jacoby Dr SW, Epworth, IA

ACADEMICS

The curriculum is designed to give each student a complete comprehensive education from a solid, Reformed, Christian perspective. There are over 30 majors and 11 pre-professional programs of study. Degrees include the four-year Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science in Engineering and in Nursing, and Bachelor of Social Work degrees, along with the two-year Associate of Arts degree, and a Master of Education degree.

ACTIVITIES:

Dozens of clubs and activities, from choir, band, and student government to drama, academic, and social clubs.

ATHLETICS:

A member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC), Dordt College fields intercollegiate teams in men's baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, indoor and outdoor track; and in women's basketball, cross country, soccer, golf, softball, indoor track, and volleyball. A variety of intramural sports are offered as well.

RESIDENTIAL LIFE:

Approximately 85 percent of Dordt College students live in campus residence halls or on-campus apartments.

FINANCIAL AID:

About 98 percent of our students receive financial aid in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study opportunities.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Dordt College requires a minimum high school GPA of 2.25 for regular admissions status. ACT or SAT results are also considered in the admissions process. Recommended preparation includes: English, 4 years; foreign language, 2 years; social science, 2 years; natural science, 2 years; mathematics, 3 years (including algebra and geometry).

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Students Enrolled in the Educational Leadership and Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Dordt College offers a master's degree program in educational leadership and administration.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Education Administrators, Preschool and Childcare Center/Program

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic and nonacademic activities of preschool and childcare centers or programs.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, education administrators, preschool and childcare center/program employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dubuque, IA
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $41370

Education Administrators, Elementary and Secondary School

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of public or private elementary or secondary level schools.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, education administrators, elementary and secondary school employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dubuque, IA
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Annual Salary: $88670

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate research, instructional, student administration and services, and other educational activities at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, education administrators, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dubuque, IA
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $72920

Distance Learning Coordinators

Description

Coordinate day-to-day operations of distance learning programs and schedule courses.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).