Program Coordinator: Assistant Professor Ruth Silverberg
Education Building (3S), Room 105A; telephone: 1.718.982.3726
Email: silverberg@mail.csi.cuny.edu

Department of Education's Website

*See the curriculum supplement for additions and changes
to the program.

The program is designed to prepare qualified candidates for leadership positions in schools in New York State, with an emphasis on effective leadership in urban schools. Upon successful completion of the program, students will have met the statutory requirements of the New York State Department of Education. All students move through the course of studies with a cohort.

Admission Requirements

1.  A master's degree with a minimum average of 3.0 (B).
2.  Evidence of four years' teaching experience in an accredited school or equivalent.
3.  Professional recommendations (three).
4.  An interview with faculty of the program and district partners.

Applications are accepted during the spring for admission in the summer session.

Degree Requirements

The program requires 30 credits of approved coursework within a cohort model including: 24 credits in supervision, administration, curriculum, policy analysis, human relations; theory, research, and practice in educational leadership; six credits in a field experience seminar.

Sequence of Courses