Announcements
Accepting Spring 2027 cohort applications: 09/21/2026- 12/14/2026
Accepting Fall 2027 cohort applications: 10/01/2026 - 06/30/2027
Instructions for the Cal State Online Application:
- To apply for the Credential only pathway, please select: "Administrative Services Credential (Credential Only)" option.
- To apply for the MA in School Administration with the credential pathway, please select: "School Administration (with Administrative Services Credential)" option.
Please join us for our upcoming mixers!
Whether you are a certificated staff member, alumni, current candidate, or simply interested in learning more about the program, we would love to have you join us! Come connect with fellow educators, build community, and enjoy appetizers in a welcoming and collaborative environment.
October 23rd, 2026- Merced Region
Five Ten Bistro, Merced - 4:30pm-6:30pm
October 23rd, 2026- Stockton/Lodi Region
APs Pizza, Stockton - 4:30pm-6:30pm
Upcoming Virtual Information Sessions
Learn more about the program, receive assistance with the school administration application process and get your questions answered!
- October 19, 2026 | 4:00-5:00 p.m.
- December 7, 2026 | 4:00-5:00 p.m.
About the Program
The Preliminary Administrative Services Credential and Master of Arts (MA) in School Administration Program provides multiple opportunities for each candidate to learn, practice and reflect on the role of an instructional leader as defined by the California Administrator Performance and Content Expectations and inherent in these expectations is a strong commitment to cultural diversity and the use of technology as a powerful learning and management tool. Six program themes are integrated throughout the five-course content sequence and two-course performance sequence: (1) visionary leadership, (2) instructional leadership, (3) school improvement leadership, (4) professional learning and growth leadership, (5) organizational and systems leadership, and (6) community leadership. Most importantly, these themes are systematically aligned with the professional practices of today's school leaders. Program courses are embedded with numerous practical, relevant experiences that bring our candidates in contact with working professionals, mentors, and district leaders.
Candidate Information Session
Online Course Offerings
The School Administration Program offers online cohorts based on service region.
Priority enrollment for cohorts is given to:
- Candidates who live or work outside the program's service regions.
- Candidates who live or work in San Joaquin County.
- All remaining seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Priority enrollment applies to candidates who submit a completed application by the CalState Apply deadline.
If you have any questions, please contact the advisor Makenna Johnson via email: mcaldie@csustan.edu or telephone: 209-667-3394
Updated: October 13, 2026