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With our Catholic liberal arts heritage and over 100 degree programs, including nursing and marine biology, from bachelors through PhDs, we've got your options covered. Focus on arts and sciences, business, education, social work, communication, nursing, medical sciences, theology, or law. Take things further with personalized research and experiential learning opportunities, on and off-campus. Enhance your prospects with hands-on internships at some of the country's top organizations.

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Academic Support

Barry University Students

The Career and Experiential Learning Team educates students and alumni on the essential job searching and life skills to propel them to succeed in the increasingly competitive global marketplace.

Service-learning integrates relevant community service with course work and critical reflection to enrich the learning experience, foster social responsibility and civic engagement, and strengthen communities.

Service-Learning

The Honors Program at Barry is designed to challenge, enrich, and prepare especially motivated students to pursue their fullest potential. By participating in a rigorous curriculum rounded out by an array of edifying and interactive events, students explore crucial issues that we face in our daily lives. Students are given the space for discussion and debate and the opportunity to learn from experts in their fields. The Office of Financial Aid can assist with determining eligibility for the Honors Program.

The Monsignor William Barry Memorial Library is located in the center of the beautiful Miami Shores campus of Barry University. The Library is named in loving memory of Monsignor William Barry, one of the founders of Barry University and an inspirational figure in the Catholic Church within the Archdiocese of Miami. The extensive Library research collections include more than 950,000 physical items, over 40,000 print and on-line journal subscriptions, and several thousand on-line books and streaming video resources.

At Barry University, you will experience a small community atmosphere where you can always rely on our administrators and faculty for advice, encouragement and personal attention. We take great pride in giving individual attention from the very beginning. You can start building a personal relationship with one of our admissions counselors who will help answer any questions, and guide you through the entire admissions and enrollment process.

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Continuing Education (CE) offers a variety of courses and non-credit programs designed to respond to the diverse educational interests and lifelong learning needs of individuals of all ages. We offer certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional and personal enrichment.

High school students: Get a jump-start on your college education with dual enrollment courses from Barry University! You can earn high school and college credit at the same time, right at your own school.

Dual Enrollment

Barry University is committed to provide you with a dynamic and flexible approach to your degree pathway through our online courses and degree programs. We understand that balancing academics, work, and personal commitments can be challenging. That's why our online offerings are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule, allowing you to pursue your educational goals without compromising on other important aspects of your life.

Distance Education

We are committed to providing programs and services that are guided by Barry University's rich educational mission and intended to enhance your Barry experience. Through partnerships with others in the university community, we aim to create experiences that will help transform you into leaders for a just and humane world.

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We are an NCAA Division II school and a member of the Sunshine State Conference with 12 varsity teams, including men's baseball, basketball, golf, soccer and tennis; and women's basketball, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. So far, we've won 24 NCAA championships, had 338 All-Americans, 413 Scholar All-Americans, and nine NCAA "Women of the Year" finalists, the most of any Division II school. Not bad at all, but we're going for more.

Campus Life

For students currently enrolled in classes at Barry, we have a wealth of resources you can tap into to bring ease and efficiency to your university experience. Get the help you need with administrative or financial questions, or check out course catalogs to help plan your schedule by semester. All the information you need to excel is at your fingertips.

Educational Leadership, MS/EdS

College of Arts and Sciences

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Program OverviewLead with confidence with an MS/EdS in Educational Leadership

Barry's Educational Leadership program is student-centered and prepares you to become an outstanding leader in public and non-public educational institutions. The Educational Leadership program reflects the latest issues and knowledge in education and is responsive to the needs of a diverse student population.

Faculty draw upon their own professional experiences as former administrators as well as your life experiences to facilitate mutual professional and personal growth to promote meaningful change.

The program integrates the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to become highly accomplished professionals and outstanding leaders of public and non-public educational institutions. These include:

  • The ability to be proactive and decisive with a moral and ethical commitment to the organization's mission
  • The cognitive and communication skills necessary to facilitate meaningful change.
  • Flexibility in using decision making and motivational strategies for effective stewardship of time, resources and personnel.
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The program integrates the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to become highly accomplished professionals and outstanding leaders of public and non-public educational institutions.

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Tuition: $620 per credit

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Total Credits: 36

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    Tuition: $620 per credit

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    Total Credits: 36

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    Fully Online Program

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    For The Working Professional

    All courses are offered in the evening. Most courses meet once a week for sixteen weeks. Summer courses meet in a ten or twelve week format.

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    Early Completion

    Barry's curriculum is designed to move you quickly into the next stage of your career. You can complete the 36 credits in 6 semesters and be eligible in the next school year for a promotion.

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    State Approved Program

    The Master of Science (MS) in Educational Leadership at Barry University is an FLDOE‑approved Level 1 Educational Leadership Program. Candidates seeking Level 1 Educational Leadership Certification must successfully complete all program requirements and earn a passing score on the Florida Educational Leadership Exam (FELE) prior to degree conferral. The Educational Specialist (EdS) in Educational Leadership is designed in alignment with the Florida Principal Leadership Standards and the competency expectations of the Florida Department of Education. Although the curriculum reflects Florida’s principal leadership standards, the EdS program is not approved by the FLDOE as a Level 1 program. Graduates from the Educational Specialist (EdS) in Educational Leadership program pursuing Level 1 Educational Leadership Certification must successfully complete all degree requirements, pass the FELE, and submit their official transcripts and the Florida Educational Leadership Exam (FELE) score report directly to the FLDOE for certification determination.

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Student and Professional Organizations

Barry University's College of Arts and Sciences sponsors are involved in several student organizations and national professional organizations that are designed to assist you in your professional development.

Student Organizations can be a powerful way for students to enhance, enrich, network and develop their leadership skills while making valuable community contributions.

Admissions OverviewGetting Started

Congratulations on taking the first step to pursue your passion, advance your career, and make a difference in your community. We are committed to assist each student through the admission process.

Whether you transition straight from undergraduate studies to a graduate program or have been out of school for some time, we offer a welcoming and professional environment for graduate study.

With small class sizes, there is a considerable amount of personalized attention from your faculty and opportunities to build strong relationships with fellow classmates.

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Start your application today. In just a few years, you'll graduate with a degree from a highly-respected, affordable university.

Admission Requirements For The Certification Track

  • Completed application
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  • Response to the prompts provided as part of the online application process
  • Two most recent annual performance evaluations with a rating of “effective” or higher
  • A resume, which includes two professional references (with phone numbers and email addresses) and highlights the applicant’s educational leadership experience and potential
  • Copy of current professional educator’s certificate and
  • Official transcripts from a regionally accredited or internationally recognized college, or university, indicating conferral of a Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the Master’s degree transcripts for the Specialist degree
  • GRE Not Required
  • For all international students please be sure to contact an Admissions Counselor by Scheduling a 1:1 meeting prior to submitting your application

Admission Requirements For The Non-Certification Track

  • Completed application
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  • Responses to the prompts provided as part of the online application process
  • A resume which includes two professional references
  • Documentation of at least two years of teaching or school experience and
  • A bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for the master's degree or a master's degree with a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for the specialist degree is required
  • For all international students please be sure to contact an Admissions Counselor by Scheduling a 1:1 meeting prior to submitting your application.

Admissions OverviewInternational Student FAQs

If you are an international student, applying as early as possible is in your best interest in order to allow ample time for immigration processing. Please be aware that admission to Barry University does not guarantee that you will be granted a student visa by the United States Embassy or Consulate in your country of origin.

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Financial Aid

At BarryU, our tuition is competitive, affordable and still promises all the perks of a private school education. Our cost per credit is in-line with other institutions, but we offer a mission-driven educational experience and provide our students with small class sizes, personalized attention, and academic excellence. Scholarships, graduate assistantships, and financial aid can also be explored to help offset overall costs.

Barry University participates in the full array of federal and state financial aid programs. At Barry, we are committed to doing all we can to help you finance your education.

Barry University's Financial Aid staff will assist you through the financial aid application process.

Financial Aid Programs Cost of Attendance

Please inquire about military, public safety, and certificate program rates.

Faculty

The odds are definitely in your favor at Barry University. Our student-faculty ratio is only 15:1. That means you get personal attention and guidance, and nobody gets lost in the shuffle. Even more impressive, over 80 percent of our faculty hold a PhD or the highest degree available in their field of expertise.

We seek out professors who are not only great teachers, but who love what they do. Their passion, enthusiasm, and inspiration are contagious, and there's no better way to keep young minds excited about learning and discovering. Beyond each teacher's area of expertise, our faculty is committed to promoting equality, social justice, altruism, diversity, and humility. Through education, everyone can have a voice.

Accreditations

All of the Barry University Education Graduate Programs are accredited by the regional accrediting agency, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Accreditation is a process whereby an educational institution (and/or a program within an educational institution) is assessed for educational quality based on already developed standards.

Accreditation also serves as a statement to the public that an institution and/or its programs are committed to educational quality.

Barry University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, masters, specialist and doctoral degrees.

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Barry University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. This policy applies to students, employees, applicants and trustees with respect to participation in any program, benefit, activity or student/employment opportunity offered by the University. Every member of the University community is expected to uphold this policy as a matter of mutual respect and fundamental fairness in human relations. Every student of this institution has a responsibility to conduct himself/herself in accordance with this policy as a condition of enrollment. Further, every University employee has an obligation to observe Barry University policies and implementation of federal and state law as a term of employment. No person shall be retaliated against for reporting violations or concerns about prohibited discrimination or bias through appropriate University channels.

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