Educational Leadership and Administration Program

The educational leadership and administration program at Florida Southern 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 Florida colleges that offer educational leadership and administration program.

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Florida Southern College

Also known as Florida Southern

6421 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL

Florida Southern College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Lakeland, Florida and operated as a private institution. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled per year at Florida Southern College.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Florida Southern achieve an SAT score in a range of 1460 to 1750, or an ACT composite score within the range of 22 to 27. 65% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 26% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at flsouthern.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $29,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $5,500. Some students at Florida Southern College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Florida Southern is the "Moccasins", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.flsouthern.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Educational Leadership and Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Florida Southern College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

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

• Gainesville, FL
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Annual Salary: $73980

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

• Gainesville, FL
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $71.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $147880

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).