Educational Leadership (iLEAD)

Principal Preparation Program

Secure your future in school leadership

UIndy's Educational Leadership (iLEAD) graduate program prepares you to be a school leader and frontline decision-maker who can drive school improvement amid challenging educational issues. Taught by seasoned principals, superintendents and administrators, you’ll get a steady grasp on the shifting demands of leading an effective learning community.

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Engage in authentic experiences

This cohort-based program combines face-to-face interaction and dynamic online instruction with actual field experience. With the support of a field coordinator and principal in an area school, you’ll be able to master critical aspects of leadership practice, collaborate with instructors and use assessment data to prioritize and meet goals.

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Mentors bridge theory and practice

From your very first semester, you’ll work closely with a mentor to help you in your transition to school administration. Shadowing, objective feedback on course assignments and additional coaching on relevant issues are just a few of the ways your mentor can help you build your professional acumen. 

Structured for results

iLEAD’s Saturday classes and online learning model make it possible for you to juggle teaching and career advancement. Inside and oustide of the classroom, you'll practice the skills that produce real outcomes and culturally proficient leadership.

Newsworthy 

Colleen McCoy-Cejka, iLEAD grad and principal of the Bishop Noll Institute prep school in Hammond, made the "20 Under 40" community leaders list by the Times of Northwest Indiana newspaper. Read more  ► 

Financial support

Find out how you could earn a $1,500-$3,000 scholarship to apply toward iLEAD program costs.