Elementary and Secondary Principal Credential

Earn your Elementary and Secondary Principal Credential to advance your career and serve children and families in your community.

We offer the courses required for the Elementary/Secondary Principal Credential issued by the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction. Students are able to begin coursework in the fall, spring, or summer semesters with our flexible, online courses.

Take the First Step
Get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission.
We will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance so you can enroll and begin your classes!

At a Glance

$95,310
Median annual salary for elementary, middle, and high school principals

Program Length

Up to 24 credits/10 courses

Format

  • Online

Tuition per Credit

$595

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Is This the Program For Me?

Who It’s For

  • Licensed teachers who have a master’s degree and are seeking to become qualified as a North Dakota school principal.

Career Paths

  • Elementary or secondary school principal

 

Program Details

Your first step is to get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission. We will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance so you can enroll and begin your classes!
  • Online
For a list of courses for the Loading..., please visit the catalog.

Actual requirements may vary based on current licensure and previous coursework. Final plan of study will be provided upon transcript review.

If you are serving or have served our country, we sincerely thank you. Our military services office is here to work closely with active duty, retired, reserve, and eligible family members qualified for military benefits. Learn how we can help you with the application process and review the benefits you have earned.

  • Tuition: $595/credit
  • Technology fee: $43 per credit
For a full list of fees, visit our Tuition and Fees page.

The University of Mary is committed to putting your educational goals within reach. Learn what scholarships you qualify for.

The following will be needed when you have applied for admission so we can get you accepted:

  • Official transcripts
    • Attended the University of Mary before? Then we’ll get your Mary transcript for you!
    • At most other schools, you can request transcripts by going to the National Student Clearinghouse or by contacting the registrar’s office.
    • Have your transcripts sent to:
      Office of Admissions
      University of Mary
      7500 University Drive
      Bismarck, ND 58504
    • Or request to send electronic transcripts to [email protected]
  • Application/enrollment fee - This will be collected at the time you fill out the online application.

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