Master of Science in Educational Administration and Supervision

Admission Criteria and Procedures

Admission to Master of Science

1. Grade Point Average-undergraduate GPA 2.7 or higher or graduate GPA of at least 3.2
2. Teacher Certification-a minimum of one year teaching or other school-related experience (e.g., counselor, school psychologist).
3. Student's Goals-goals should be focused on obtaining a position as a teacher leader, principal, or supervisor.
4. Leadership Potential-it should be clear that the candidate possesses leadership potential. This is often best demonstrated by previous leadership experiences.
5. Recommendations and References-rating forms with recommendations from your current, immediate administrator plus two other present or former employers (principals, supervisors, superintendents, etc.) will be used to identify strengths, weaknesses, and leadership potential.
6. Internship Mentoring Agreement-an agreement is required from a school administrator to mentor you during your engagement in the two-year, part-time, in-school internship. This is usually done with the principal of the school where you teach, but other arrangements will be considered if this is not appropriate.
7. Candidate Interview-each candidate must successfully complete an applicant interview with an admissions committee consisting of faculty members and local administrators.
8. Technology Prerequisite-students are expected to possess basic computer technology skills including word processing, spreadsheets, graphic presentations, and facility with e-mail and the internet. Prospective students who need additional development of these skills should inquire regarding available technology courses or workshops.

ADMISSION PROCEDURES

The admissions procedure includes four major steps.

1. Graduate School Application
   Complete the application for admission which can be accessed at:
   
   http://web.utk.edu/%7Egsinfo/apppro.shtml
   
   http://admissions.utk.edu/graduate/index.shtml 
   
   Submit official transcripts from each institution attended to the Office of Graduate Admissions and Records. If you have previously been admitted to the Graduate Studies, you need only to file a Readmission and/or Request for Change of Graduate Program.
   
   
2. Program Application Procedures
   Contact the Office of Educational Administration and Supervision to request a program application packet by calling (865) 974-6139 or e-mailing Mrs. Janie Young at jsyoung@utk.edu
   
   The Application Form and the Internship Site/Mentor Agreement form are required of all applicants. Obtain approval from your administrator/principal to mentor your two-year, part-time internship and return the signed agreement form to the EAS Office. A description of the Mentoring and the Field Experience Guidelines are included in the application packet to share with your principal.
   
   Three Graduate Rating Forms are required of all applicants. You may photocopy the Rating Forms or request forms from the Educational Administration and Supervision Office. One rating form is required from your current administrator/principal and two from former administrators. Mail directly to the Educational Administration and Supervision Office.
   
   
3. Admission Committee Screening will take place after April 1.
   All application materials including your Graduate School Application should be submitted by April 1st.
   
   
4. Applicant Interviews will be held during April/May.
   Applicants will be notified by phone to schedule late afternoon interviews. Announcements regarding admission for this year’s class will be made in May.
   

OFFICE OF
GRADUATE ADMISSIONS

All applicants must make formal application for admissions to the office of:
Graduate and International Admissions
218 Student Services Building
Knoxville, TN 37996-0220
Office: (865) 974-3251
Fax: (865) 974-6541

http://web.utk.edu/%7Egsinfo/apppro.shtml

http://admissions.utk.edu/graduate/index.shtml 

OFFICE OF
EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION & SUPERVISION

All applicants must make formal application for admissions to the Program Area of Educational Administration & Supervision by calling Mrs. Janie Young at (865) 974-6139 or e-mailing jsyoung@utk.edu

OFFICE MAILING ADDRESS
Educational Administration & Supervision
The University of Tennessee
A325 Jane and David Bailey Education Complex
Knoxville , TN 37996-3442

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROGRAM CONTACT
Dr. Faye E. Patterson
fpatter1@utk.edu

Contact CEHHS

335 Claxton Complex 1122 Volunteer Boulevard
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996

Phone: 865-974-2201
Fax: 865-974-8718