Sonoma State University

MA in Educational Leadership Application Instructions

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP Application Instructions

How to apply:

Candidates currently finishing the Administrative Services Credential program should contact the Credentials Office at credential.office@sonoma.edu for specialized application instructions.

Electronic Application: Candidates who are NOT currently enrolled in the Administrative Services Credential program at SSU will apply to the University and to the program via Cal State Apply. Attach all required supporting documents to Cal State Apply.

Required Documents:

  1. Official Transcripts: One official transcript from each college or university you have attended. Official transcripts must be submitted electronically to: admissions@sonoma.edu. Please refer to the SSU website for additional information on submission of official transcripts. SSU: Transcript Submission.

  2. Photocopy of Administrative Services Credential; Please submit a photocopy of a valid California ASC (printout of your CTC webpage is acceptable).

  3. Two Candidate Evaluation Forms: Two reference/evaluations that indicate your leadership potential; at least one must be from a school administrator. Recommendations must be current and original (within the last 6 months). Your recommenders MUST upload evaluation forms and letters directly to Cal State. The Evaluation Form can be found on our forms webpage. 

  4. Professional Goals Statement: In this Professional Goals Statement, please present your professional career goals and why you are interested in participating in the SSU Educational Leadership program. In addition, please address the following: 

Describe your leadership experiences.

Include how you envision the program will contribute to your professional growth.

Review the School of Education's Mission Statement. Choose one of the 5 Core Values” and comment on why this is an important aspect of leadership and schooling.

Please limit your response to no more than three double-spaced pages and attach this statement to the application and include your name on your goals statement.

  1. Professional Resume: Please include references.