Prepare for district-level administration through one of Harding's leadership programs: the Educational Specialist (Superintendent) degree or superintendent endorsement. Either program will grant superintendent licensure following the successful completion of the School Superintendent Assessment (SSA) and a year of principal experience. Let Harding University assist you in taking the next step in your career!*
*This program is for those who have or will seek Arkansas licensure.
Degree
Educational Specialist in Educational Leadership (Superintendent)
Endorsement**
Superintendent Endorsement
**See the Endorsements Section for more information.
*Note: Harding alumni and current students do not need to request Harding transcripts as they are on file.
Please direct questions to:
Harding University
Educational Leadership Office
Phone: 501-279-4117
Fax: 501-279-4435
Email: edleadership@harding.edu
1. Maintain a minimum cumulative 3.00 GPA in all graduate work with no grade lower than C.
2. Complete an internship in district administration.
3. Complete a specialist project.
4. Compile and present a professional portfolio over Arkansas and national accreditation standards. Upon completion of your portfolio defense, you will be required to take an Exit Survey.
5. Pass written comprehensive exams.
6. Complete the Petition for Graduation the semester before you expect to graduate.
7. Complete on Online Graduation Application.
For current course schedules, please visit the Graduate Programs.
For additional information about this program, you may want to consult the Catalog.
Or contact us directly:
Educational Leadership Office
American Studies, Suite 100
501-279-4117
Fax: 501-279-4435
Graduate Studies in Education is part of the College of Education
501-279-4315
Fax: 501-279-4083
Mailing address:
Harding University
Graduate Studies in Education
HU 12261
Searcy, AR 72149-5615