Master of Arts
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Executive
M.A. in Education Leadership, Management and Policy for Principal/Supervisor
Certification
Who is this program for?
This program is ideal for educators who want to be eligible
for principal or school supervisor certification.
How long is the program?
This accelerated program may be completed in two years.
When does it start?
The Executive M.A. Program starts once a year with a on-campus
weekend in June.
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How many credits will be transferred?
Up to 6 credits may be transferred, after review.
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I am already a School Supervisor do you
have a program that will just give me principal certification?
No.
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What is a cohort?
A cohort is a group of students that begin and end the program
together completing projects and assignments pursued through
library and Internet searches while on campus and from home.
Sharing of sources through computer conferencing is encouraged.
Individual assignments, tests and examinations also contribute
to the assessment of each student's progress.
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How much does it cost?
The estimated cost is $29,250 for 39 credits, including all
tuition, fees, texts, course guides, parking, most meals for
the two-year program.
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Is the program covered by financial aid?
Financial aid loans covering the entire cost of the program
may be arranged through a financial aid officer. Repayment
is made over a 10 year period following program completion.
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M.A.
in Education Leadership, Management and Policy focusing on
Catholic School Leadership
How much does the program cost?
Half of the current tuition charge (for Catholic school teachers
only); others pay full tuition.
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How often does the cohort meet?
Most courses meet 1 weekend during 2 consecutive months. The
exception is the Administrative Internship.
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Can I stay on campus during the class
weekends?
Space is at a premium campus-wide, and is available on a case-by-case
basis. Some students can be placed at the Seminary or Aquinas
Hall.
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What type of a degree will I receive?
You will receive a Master of Arts in Education Leadership,
Management & Policy (with a focus on Catholic School Leadership).
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What kind of Financial Aid is available?
Contact the Financial Aid Office for specific questions on
whether you are eligible for financial aid.
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M.A. in Human
Resources Training and Development New Jersey State Police
Graduate Studies Program
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M.A. in Education
College Student Personnel Administration
Coming Soon!
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Executive
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree
Who is this program for?
This program is ideal for educators who already have a Master's
degree, but who now want to be eligible for principal or school
supervisor certification.
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How long is the program?
This accelerated program may be completed in two years.
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When does it start?
The Executive Ed.S. Program starts once a year with a on-campus
weekend in June.
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How many credits will be transferred?
Up to 6 credits may be transferred, after review.
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I already have a Masters do I have to
take the MAT?
This decision will be made on a case-by-case after a personal
interview. Generally, scores must be recent, which is defined
as within the last 5 years.
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I am already a School Supervisor do you
have a program that will just give me principal certification?
No.
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What is a cohort?
A cohort is a group of students that begin and end the program
together completing projects and assignments pursued through
library and Internet searches while on campus and from home.
Sharing of sources through computer conferencing is encouraged.
Individual assignments, tests and examinations also contribute
to the assessment of each students progress.
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How much does it cost?
The estimated cost is $28,00 for 39 credits, including all
tuition, fees, texts, course guides, parking, most meals for
the two-year program.
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Is the program covered by financial aid?
Financial aid loans covering the entire cost of the program
may be arranged through a financial aid officer. Repayment
is made over a 10 year period following program completion.
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Doctor of
Education - K -12
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Doctor of Education
- Higher Education
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Doctor of
Education - Executive Ed.D. in Education Leadership, Management
and Policy (K-12)
How many credits are included in the program?
54
What about financial aid?
Students admitted to the Executive Ed.D. Program are eligible
to borrow up to $18,500 per academic year through the William
D. Ford Direct Stafford Loan Program. In order to receive
a loan, students must complete a Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA).
There is no requirement to establish need. If you have any
questions, please contact the office of Financial Aid at (973)
761-9350.
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What is the most urgent segment of the application
process?
Scheduling the M.A.T test.
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What score is being sought?
The Selection Committee uses multiple factors in selecting
candidates. However, a score of 50 or above is desired on
the M.A.T.
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What is the deadline for application and when will
you be selecting the 30 candidates for the April, 2005 Cohort?
Application deadline is December 31, 2004 and, following a
"paper screening" of credentials in early January
2004, finalists will be invited to appear before the Selection
Committee after which successful candidates will be notified
of acceptance.
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Is there "Advanced Standing" for those
who may have previously started a doctoral program?
No. Every member of the cohort takes the full program.
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How are classes scheduled?
Weekends begin with dinner at 5pm on Fridays. The Friday session
ends at 10pm. The Saturday sessions run from 8am to 6pm with
breakfast and lunch included. The Sunday session runs from
8am to 1pm and includes brunch. The summer sessions (two)
run for 16 days, Monday through Thursday, 8am to 6pm beginning
the second week in July. Text and course requirements are
sent to the students six weeks in advance of each on-campus
session.
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What about the Lecture Series?
The summer sessions include guest lecturers with national
reputations, e.g., Thomas Sergiovanni, Linda Darling-Hammand,
and Philip Schechtly. Each makes a formal presentation followed
by a discussion, at length, with the cohort.
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Is a Qualifying Examination, Examination Comprehensive
and a formal dissertation required?
Yes. All requirements follow the traditional program. To enable
students to complete the degree in two years, an advisor is
assigned to each student from the beginning. A mentor is assigned
and a dissertation committee formed after the first summer.
Research methods are taught in a module at the outset and
woven into each module throughout the program. Statistics
sessions are scheduled in each module and a second research
seminar follows the second summer.
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What is included under the heading "administrator?"
Central office administrators, building principals,
vice principals, directors, and supervisors with district-wide
responsibilities.
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Doctor of
Education - Ed. D. (Minor) Track for College Teaching
Coming Soon!
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Doctor of Philosophy
Program in Higher Education Leadership, Management and Policy
Coming Soon!
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