Once you have established that this program is the right fit for your lifestyle, aspirations, learning style, and interests, we encourage you to start the admission process by verifying you are eligible and completing your online application.
Criteria ––> Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for the Master of Arts in Collaborative Educational Leadership program, applicants must have the following:
- A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university or an equivalent international degree.
- An overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.5 or more on a scale of 4.0.
To be eligible for the California Preliminary Administrative Services Credential (PASC) Preparation option applicants must also:
- Supple a photocopy of their California Teacher Credential
- Supply a photcopy of a passing result to the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST)
- Satisfy the requirements of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
- Supply 3 letters of recommendation
- Sign a Statement of Responsibility
Students wishing to pursue the PASC option must provide the above materials and declare the option prior to their second term in the program. The additional materials for the PASC option are not required elements of the masters degree application.
Application Checklist ––> What do I need to complete my application?
A complete application portfolio for this program includes:
All application materials become the property of Fielding Graduate University. We encourage you to keep copies for your records.
Decisions ––> How will the admission decision be made?
The Admission Committee reviews all completed application portfolios on a rolling basis to consider each applicant’s potential as a Fielding Graduate University student. The Admission Committee will decide which of the applicants will be accepted for the upcoming semester. You will receive a letter indicating the committee’s decision.
Enrollment ––> How do I accept an offer of admission?
If accepted, you will receive a link to our online enrollment web site containing your admission agreement, tuition payment forms, and your learning community schedule and meeting information. You will need to confirm your attendance about four weeks prior to the first learning community meeting by returning the admission agreement and making an initial tuition payment.