Educational Leadership
Why Choose UWG Educational Leadership
The University of West Georgia is the state's best in preparing certified leaders. As the state's largest and most successful program, UWG developed nearly one-third of Georgia's newly certified leaders in 2020. Some of the many reasons that UWG is the educational leadership program of choice include:
- Full-time faculty who are scholars, practitioners, and vested in your success
- Relevant and authentic learning experiences
- High expectations including strong support and faculty engagement for candidate-learning
- High-quality candidates create a rich exchange of learning and collaboration
- Convenience: Tier 2 Certification can be completed in three or four semesters with only a few face-to-face sessions, Tier 1 Certification is 100% online and can be finished in three semesters
- Cost-effective: University of West Georgia has been ranked by UniversityHQ in the Top 100 for the Best Affordable Leadership Degree category.
Mr. Trent North
Superintendent, Douglas County School System,
"The UWG Educational Leadership program gave me a greater understanding of leadership, research, and the school improvement process. My interactions with the instructors and faculty have been transformative and allowed me to continue working to ensure every child fulfills their potential. Because of the comprehensive program, I am better prepared to have a positive, lasting impact on K12 education."
Georgia Superintendent of the Year (2023)
Finalist, National Superintendent of the Year (2023)
Michele Taylor, Ed.D
Superintendent of Calhoun City Schools
"I am a proud graduate of the University of West Georgia's Educational Leadership Program. The preparation that I received from UWG allowed me to complete coursework that was relevant and applicable to my role as instructional leader. The professors provided a combination of experience, content expertise, and coaching. The University of West Georgia helped set me on a journey to excellence and as I continue in my 33rd year as an educator, I am forever grateful."
Georgia Superintendent of the Year (2014)
Finalist, National Superintendent of the Year (2014)
Educational Leadership Tier I Certification
Michael Johnson, ED.S.
Assistant Principal at J.R. Tripp Middle School
"The Educational Leadership/Tier II Specialist program courses aligned perfectly with my instructional work as a first-year middle school assistant principal. My experience at UWG was just what I needed on my leadership journey for school improvement!"
Samantha M. Fuhrey, Ed.S.
Superintendent of Newton County School District
"The University of West Georgia Educational Leadership program equipped me with the knowledge and skills to become a thoughtful, innovative, and reflective educational leader and an advocate for public education. My professors struck a balance between the challenges, opportunities, and support I needed to thrive; West Georgia fully prepared to step into a leadership role at the completion of my program and degree. I am so glad I made the decision to attend the University of West Georgia!"
Georgia Superintendent of the Year (2020)
Finalist, National Superintendent of the Year (2020)
Program Faculty (Educational Leadership Tier I Certification)