Educational Leadership and Administration Program

The educational leadership and administration program at University of Bridgeport 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 Connecticut colleges that offer educational leadership and administration program.

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University of Bridgeport

One Summit Place, Branford, CT

UB provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Bridgeport, Connecticut and operated as a private institution. Approximately five thousand students are enrolled yearly at UB.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs UB offers:

• Engineering
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Engineering Technology
• Family And Consumer Sciences

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score in a range of 1230 - 1520 on the SAT, or 17 - 22 for the ACT is common among admitted students. UB admits approximately 60 percent of applicants annually. Of those students admitted, about 13 percent registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found at bridgeport.edu.

Tuition is approximately $30,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's price of attendance calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Some students at UB may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

The mascot for University of Bridgeport is the "Purple Knights", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Gymnastics (NCAA Division II)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the school's http://www.bridgeport.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Educational Leadership and Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Bridgeport offers a post-masters certificate 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

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

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

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).