Non-degree School Administrator Endorsement Program
- Degrees & Programs
- Download the program guide (includes course list and application requirements)
- Contact Marie Pavelchak, Senior Student Program Coordinator in the Office of Student and Academic Services
Program Overview
The non-degree School Administrator (A.K.A. Superintendent) Endorsement Program offered at the GSE provides students with the opportunity to synthesize and apply knowledge gained in their graduate studies to develop insight into actual administrative (superintendent, assistant superintendent) practice. Successful completion of the required coursework will lead to a New Jersey Department of Education Certificate of Eligibility as a School Administrator. The School Administrator Endorsement authorizes the holder to be employed in any position that involves services as a district-level administrator in public schools in grades preschool through grade 12. Positions may include superintendent, assistant superintendent, and director.
This program does not lead to a degree of any kind. The 3-credit endorsement program is available only to individuals who hold a New Jersey Standard Principal Certificate or Principal Certificate of Eligibility. Applicants must also meet the prerequisite course requirements outlined in the program guide in order to be eligible for admittance into the program.
For more information about this program:
Program Details
Application Deadline
Aug 15 / Dec 15
Entry Term(s)
Fall / Spring
Program Level
Non-degree
Program Type
Certificate
Format
Hybrid
Credits
3
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What You’ll Learn
The non-degree School Administrator Endorsement Program offered at the GSE provides students with the opportunity to synthesize and apply knowledge gained in their graduate studies to develop insight into actual administrative (superintendent, assistant superintendent) practice. Specific emphasis will be placed on the application of the New Jersey Standards for Administrators. Students are responsible for arranging an internship experience with a cooperating administrator (superintendent, assistant superintendent) within their home school district. A faculty supervisor then provides guidance and technical support.
For more information about the courses in this program, please visit the course catalog and online schedule of classes.
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Program Requirements
- 3 Graduate Course Credits: Internship in Educational Administration III
Students are expected to maintain a “B” or better average as a non-degree student. Accepted students will have 5 years to complete the program. After completing the program requirements, students should contact the Office of Academic Services at the GSE to notify them and to secure an application for the state endorsement. GSE personnel will then forward the completed application to Trenton along with a recommendation that the certification be awarded.
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Careers and Outcomes
Successful completion of the required coursework in the non-degree School Administrator Endorsement Program will lead to a New Jersey Department of Education Certificate of Eligibility as a School Administrator. The School Administrator Endorsement authorizes the holder to be employed in any position that involves services as a district-level administrator in public schools in grades preschool through grade 12. Positions may include superintendent, assistant superintendent, and director.
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Admissions Requirements
- Electronic copy of a New Jersey Standard Principal Certificate or Principal Certificate of Eligibility.
- Statement of Program Intent
- Graduate transcripts
Applicants are responsible for reviewing and confirming that they meet all requirements before the application is submitted. Rutgers Graduate School of Education will not refund the application fee if an applicant is not accepted.
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How to Apply
Current Rutgers University Students:
All applicants who are currently enrolled in a program at Rutgers University and wish to begin the certificate program while continuing their current program should contact the GSE Office of Student and Academic Services (OSAS) at academic.services@gse.rutgers.edu.
Non-Rutgers University Students:
- Collect the materials required for admission
- Submit your application online at http://gradstudy.rutgers.edu/
- Submit supporting materials online
- Any supporting materials that cannot be submitted electronically should be mailed to Graduate Admissions’ New Brunswick office. Their mailing address can be found here: https://gradstudy.rutgers.edu/about/contact-us
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Tuition
Tuition:
Click here for the New Brunswick Graduate tuition rates.