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Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE). / ADDRESS / 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. | Phone: (267) 284-5000

Marywood University School of Education Certification Programs are designed to meet the Pennsylvania Department of Education program competencies. Upon successful completion of one of our certification programs, students may apply to the Pennsylvania Department of Education in the area they studied. 

Earn a School Principal Certification in 18 Months!

Marywood University’s principal certification program educates school principals who serve children, families, teachers, and communities in ethical and inspiring ways. Our program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Low-Residency Program

Our 18-credit principal certification program can be completed in as little as 18 months. Courses are delivered in hybrid and online formats, while periodic on-campus workshops afford you the opportunity to network with current and aspiring school leaders, hear engaging speakers, and review your coursework. A required year-long internship provides hands-on experience in a public or private school setting.

Experienced and Accomplished Faculty

Courses are taught by experienced principals, superintendents, and other school administrators from throughout Northeast Pennsylvania. Using national standards, best practices, and current research, our faculty will guide you through the challenging issues confronting school principals today.

  • Convenient, low-residency program
  • Courses taught by experienced school administrators
  • Yearlong supervised internship
  • Approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education

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The M.S. in Higher Education Administration here at Marywood University is an amazing program. It is flexible and fully online, which made it possible for me to work while I attended grad school. All of the professors who taught in this program were helpful, willing to work with my often crazy schedule, and always there to listen. I always felt that I had a great support system while attending Marywood, and even though I was an entirely online student, I felt very much connected to my classmates as well as my professors.

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  • 1 year of teaching experience with Level I certificate
  • Personal statement
  • Letter of recommendation from a school principal in your district

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