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Principal Leadership

FLC's Principal Leadership MAE prepares the next generation of educational leaders for rural and culturally diverse schools — fully online, with principal licensure built in.

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The program

Earn your Master of Arts in Education in Principal Leadership and satisfy principal licensure requirements at the same time. Developed by rural administrators and FLC faculty, this program was built specifically for educational leaders serving rural and culturally diverse communities in Colorado, New Mexico, and the broader Four Corners region.

Principal Leadership — Tuition & fees

Tuition is $419 per credit hour plus $84.90 in mandatory fees, for a total of $503.90 per credit hour. There is no difference in rate for Colorado residents and students from other states.

Pathway	Credits	Estimated total
Principal Licensure Certificate	18 credits	~$9,070
Master of Arts in Education	30 credits	~$15,117

Note: The Principal Leadership internship course includes an additional $500 course fee. A $50 application fee and $150 confirmation fee apply upon enrollment.

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Who it's for

Educators and aspiring administrators who are ready to lead at the school or district level, particularly those serving rural communities and students from culturally diverse backgrounds. If your school or district needs strong leadership and you're ready to step into that role, this program was designed with you in mind. What you'll learn:

Equity-centered, data-informed decision making for students and staff from culturally diverse backgrounds
Strategies for developing culturally and linguistically relevant curriculum and community partnerships
Social-emotional learning integration in curriculum and instruction
School reform using effective local strategic plans and school systems as models
Mentorship from experienced district educators and college experts

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Why FLC

Since the program launched in 2020, FLC has extended its reach across the Four Corners region — training educational leaders who understand the communities they serve. This is a highly personalized program: small cohorts, experienced instructors, and mentorship from people who know rural and tribal school systems from the inside.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply by June 1, 2026 to be considered for scholarships. Final application deadline: August 1, 2026.

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