Educational Leadership and Administration Program

The educational leadership and administration program at The College of New Jersey 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 New Jersey colleges that offer educational leadership and administration program.

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The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)

111 W State St, Trenton, NJ

The College of New Jersey, a public institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Ewing, New Jersey, the campus resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. TCNJ has a yearly student enrollment of nearly seven thousand.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• English Language And Literature

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to The College of New Jersey. Scores between 24 - 29 on the ACT or 1690 - 1990 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. Roughly 50% of all applicant were accepted at The College of New Jersey, with 29% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $15,000, while out-of-state residents pay $26,000 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $8,500. Some students at TCNJ may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for TCNJ is the "Lions", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who wish to view more about The College of New Jersey can check out their website at http://www.tcnj.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Educational Leadership and Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. The College of New Jersey 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

• Trenton, NJ
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $63570

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

• Trenton, NJ
  • Total Employment: 460
  • Average Annual Salary: $128680

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

• Trenton, NJ
  • Total Employment: 340
  • Average Hourly Rate: $63.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $132770

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).