Enroll in Individual Online Educational Leadership Courses

As a teacher, your time is valuable. From lesson plans to grading papers to faculty meetings, and everything in between, your day-to-day is booked. So, whether you’re looking to fulfill a continuing professional education (CPE hours) requirement or considering advancing into an educational leadership role, you know the number one thing you need is flexibility.

Ball State University offers online, asynchronous courses in educational administration and supervision, giving you the flexibility to complete a single course or the entire master’s degree on your timeline.

Can I Take Online Educational Administration Classes Without Getting a Degree?

The short answer: YES! You can take some online graduate courses in educational administration and supervision by applying as a non-degree student.

Taking courses as a non-degree student is a great way for current, licensed educators to dip their toes into learning leadership skills.

What Online Educational Administration Courses are Open to Non-Degree Students?

If you meet the requirements to enroll in courses, you can take as many non-degree courses as you like. Just know that non-degree courses are not eligible for financial aid.

If you start with one class, we suggest EDAD 600 Introduction to Educational Leadership. In Introduction to Educational Leadership, you will take a deep dive into learning about leadership styles and effective strategies to lead with a shared vision that inspires others. This course is designed for teachers and educators working in P-12 schools or education-related public organizations to explore research-based strategies to improve conditions for students and staff members, reflect upon their practice, and develop their own leadership skillset. This introductory course is one of three courses you will complete first, if you decide to pursue the full Master’s in Educational Administration and Supervision degree.

If you want to take multiple classes at a time, we suggest taking the first three courses our master’s students are required to complete, to give you more of the full picture of what you can expect to learn if you decide to pursue the master’s degree program.

• EDAD 600 Introduction to Educational Leadership (3 credits)
• EDAD 630 Human Resource Development (3 credits)
• EDAD 635 Educational Decision Making (3 credits)

In order to earn an official credential from the University, like the Master’s in Educational Administration and Supervision, you will need to be admitted into the program before your non-degree courses expire.

How Do I Apply as a Non-Degree Student?

To apply as a non-degree student, you will use the same application process that our graduate students use for program admission. The only difference is that you will select “non-degree study” on the application’s program selection page.

While there is no minimum GPA for non-degree study, there are some requirements you will need to meet before you gain admission into Educational Administration program:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Current teaching license
• Transcripts

How Much Does It Cost to Be a Non-Degree Seeking Student at Ball State?

Non-degree seeking students pay tuition based on where they live (in-state or out-of-state) and how many credits they take. Non-degree students are not eligible for financial aid. You can use Ball State Online’s tuition calculator to help you calculate your course costs.

Is Financial Aid Available for Non-Degree Courses?

No, financial aid is not available for non-degree courses. You will be responsible for the the cost of these courses.

Can Non-Degree Courses in Educational Administration and Supervision Count Toward the Master’s Degree?

Yes, non-degree courses can count toward the Master’s in Educational Administration and Supervision degree; however, to earn the full degree, you will need to be admitted into the program before your non-degree courses expire. Learn more about the Master's in Educational Administration and Supervision.