Published August 29, 2014
TheBestSchools.org鈥攁n online resource for campus and online education鈥攈as ranked the
University of Louisiana at Monroe鈥檚 online master鈥檚 degree in educational leadership
as one of the top programs in the nation based on over 10 different criteria.
The program Director, Dr. Amy Dagley said the ranking affirms the university鈥檚 commitment
to preparing educators with the tools needed for success.
鈥淭he ranking confirms for us we are moving in the right direction as we share this
recognition with such prestigious programs across the nation,鈥� she said.
网曝门 was recognized as number 21 on the list, and was the only school in Louisiana
to be ranked. The site applauded 网曝门鈥檚 recent U.S. News and World Report ranking and
touted the program鈥檚 highlights including extended internships, teacher leader endorsements,
one-on-one mentoring, and hands-on learning.
鈥淚t鈥檚 always gratifying to be recognized,鈥� said Dr. Sandra Lemoine, dean of the College
of Arts, Education, and Sciences. 鈥淥ur college and the School of Education have excellent
programs, both online and face-to-face. Our outstanding faculty continuously work
to provide students with the experience, knowledge, and education they need in their
careers.鈥�
The criteria used to calculate the ranking include: overall quality, reputation, affordable
cost, program availability, faculty credentials, graduation rate, student-to-teacher
ratio, student and faculty support, technical support, as well as available financial
aid, grants, and scholarships.
网曝门鈥檚 online master鈥檚 degree in educational leadership is offered through the online
platform, e网曝门, which serves as a specialized unit geared toward online and distance
learning.
Paula Thornhill, director of e网曝门, is excited about yet another national ranking within
the School of Education鈥檚 online degree offerings.
鈥溚孛赔�檚 master of educational leadership has been instrumental in the academic careers
of many educators, and we are pleased that the quality of the program continues to
be recognized on a national level,鈥� she said.
鈥淭he School of Education is committed to serving educators by offering quality programs
through innovative strategies and being ranked nationally in the top 25 programs is
a testament to the commitment and dedication of 网曝门 faculty and staff.鈥�
For more information on the ranking, visit thebestschools.org/rankings/25-best-online-master-educational-leadership-degree-programs/
For more information about online degrees at 网曝门, visit e网曝门
