Michelle Sanchez ’97, M.Ed. ’99, Ed.D. ’10 - Principal, Epiphany School

Forming Learners, Forming Leaders

Online Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership & Policy

At the Carolyn A. and Peter S. Lynch School of Education and Human Development, we seek to improve the human condition and aspire to make the world a more just place. In our online Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership & Policy program, you will learn how the principles of formative education—exploring the different dimensions of intellectual, emotional, interpersonal, and spiritual development—can guide your leadership and your organization.

In keeping with 500 years of Jesuit tradition, formative education engages the whole person and forms the framework of our approach to education. Our online M.Ed. in Educational Leadership & Policy helps educators like you learn how to analyze, innovate, iterate, and reflect when faced with challenges in your community.

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Michelle Sanchez

’97, M.Ed. ’98, Ed.D. ’10

Rebecca Lowenhaupt, Associate Professor - Educational Leadership & Higher Education

Informing Leaders

The completely online M.Ed. in Educational Leadership & Policy addresses leadership challenges through comprehensive and agile courses centered on standards-based reform, technological advances, and evidence-based practices. Through 10 classes (30 credits), our course of study forms impactful educational leaders.

More than an M.Ed., you will learn to promote the learning and growth of all students, foster staff success, and build partnerships with families and community organizations.

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Rebecca Lowenhaupt, Associate Professor

Educational Leadership & Higher Education

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Key Dates for Fall 2025

Preferred Admissions Deadline

Priority Admissions Deadline

Rolling Admissions Ends

May 1, 2025

June 11, 2025

July 15, 2025

Enroll fall, spring, or summer

Fully online program

Two-year, 30-credit degree

Financial aid available

Educational Leadership & Policy Graduates Will Learn How To …

Practice critical self-reflection and discernment

Foster an ethical, mission-driven school or educational environment/organization

Create structures that advance organizational and professional learning

Observe, assess, and support effective teaching and instructional practices

Advance equity and agency across geographic, belief-based, economic, societal, and political borders

Pass leadership learnings on to students and other community stakeholders

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$10.4m

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An Online Education from Boston College

All Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership & Policy courses are led by Boston College faculty and available on computers, tablets, and mobile devices. Our virtual classrooms include interactive questions and answers; study rooms; and online collaboration with classmates. As a member of the Boston College family, our online students have access to on-campus resources including faculty advisors for guidance and support.

Strengthen Your Community Through Educational Leadership

Learn more about the Carolyn A. and Peter S. Lynch School of Education and Human Development’s M.Ed. in Educational Leadership & Policy

At the Carolyn A. and Peter S. Lynch School, we provide educational leaders like you with the tools to expand learning opportunities in their communities. Learn how to become the educational leader you seek to be. Inquire today to learn about the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership & Policy program.

Vincent Cho Associate Professor