About the School Principal Program
UW’s 24-credit hour, online school principal certificate program is designed for licensed
teachers who hold a master’s degree in education or related area from an accredited
college or university. Utilize your coursework towards further degrees in educational
leadership.
Emphasizing the study of educational leadership and an in-depth principal internship,
the program qualifies you for a Wyoming state K-12 principal endorsement, while also
equipping you with skills you can use to drive positive change at the building level.
Application Deadlines
- February 1 - Fall semesters
- September 1 - Spring semesters
Admission Requirements
Domestic Students
- GPA: 3.0 in Master's
- GRE: No Requirement
International Students
- TOEFL: 550 minimum written or 80 minimum online, OR IELTS: 6.5 minimum overall score
- GRE: 900/291 minimum
Additional Requirements
- Must have a minimum of 3 years teaching experience
Please visit our program admission webpage for more details, additional admission requirements and downloadable forms.
Online Learning at UW
The University of Wyoming presents an extensive array of fully online and hybrid programs, alongside the online School Principal graduate certificate. These virtual programs are equivalent to in-person options concerning educational benchmarks and official recognition. Acknowledging the unique needs of online students, we provide a variety of academic and student resources crafted to bolster your achievements throughout your UW experience and beyond graduation.
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What Can You Do with a School Principal Graduate Certificate?
The UW school principal graduate certificate program provides you with the training to become a principal leader and change agent at the school building level. It also qualifies you for K-12 principal endorsement from the Wyoming state Professional Teaching Standards Board.
A school principal graduate certificate can prepare you for careers such as:
- School principal
- Technology integration program administrator
- Intervention assistance team manager
- Athletic director
- Lead teacher
Earning a school principal certificate offers several key benefits for educators aiming to step into leadership roles. It qualifies you for positions such as principal, assistant principal or other administrative roles, giving you the authority and training to lead schools effectively. You’ll develop skills in instructional leadership, school operations, staff supervision and student support. The certificate also increases your earning potential, enhances your professional credibility and prepares you to make a broader impact on school culture, policy and student success.
Earning an online school principal certificate can boost your career by giving you the credentials and leadership skills needed for administrative roles—all while allowing you to continue working. Our fully remote format offers flexibility, allowing you to balance your current job with your studies, making it easier to apply what you learn in real-time. It also enhances your resume, expands your professional network and positions you for promotions, higher pay and greater influence in shaping school communities.
A principal certification is a post‑graduate credential designed for licensed teachers
who hold at least a master’s degree and want to step into school leadership.
UW's certificate coursework focuses on educational leadership, school operations,
instructional supervision, legal responsibilities and practical field experience,
including a principal internship.
Upon completing the program, you become eligible for the K–12 principal endorsement
from the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board, qualifying you to serve as
a principal in Wyoming schools
The demand for School Principals is growing – The projected growth is 8% for 2020-2030 according to the us bureau of Labor Statistics.
"Due to the rural nature of Wyoming, the online format was very beneficial. I was able to connect with professors and classmates easily and efficiently. I feel that the knowledge gained in the program has allowed me a specific skill set to be prepared for the position I am currently holding."
- Josh Mink, ’19