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B2B student experience with Fellowship Alim '23
Cinique Weekes-Bynoe
Fellowship Alum, '23
Dy’nelle Todman
Fellowship Alum, '23
Jennifer Schroeder
Fellowship Alum, '23

Program Highlights

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Principal Residency
Our job-embedded residency offers opportunities to exercise your leadership, apply your learning, and complete a capstone research project in your current school.
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Individualized Coaching
Every month, our expert coaches, all current and former principals, provide immediate and actionable feedback to support you in your residency.
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Cohort-based Learning
Engaging with a community of diverse, like-minded leaders from across the country allows you to collaborate, problem-solve, and continuously improve alongside your peers.
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Equity-focused Faculty
The Fellowship faculty are a diverse group of award-winning principals, superintendents, and equity champions, making them the ideal guides to prepare you to step into leadership.

Learning Outcomes

Diverse leadership powers student success.
Our fellows complete the program with the leadership skills and mindset they need to:
  • Design an impactful instructional program
    Accelerating learning for all students
  • Support and develop talent
    Coaching teachers to foster growth and opportunity
  • Understand and respond to evolving needs
    Using data-driven insights to inform decisions
  • Develop systems to equitably distribute resources
    Ensuring all student needs are met
  • Honor the strengths within the community
    Advancing a shared vision for success
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Mary Nikoo
Fellowship Alum, '23

One Fellowship

Many Paths to the Principal Role

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The Fellowship meets the educational requirements for licensure in 40+ states.

Certification - Only Track
Master's + Certification Track
Credit Hours
24 credit hours
30 credit hours
Program Length
12 months
16 months
Tuition for January 2025
*Please note the cost does not include institutional fees.
$20,232
$25,290
January 2025 Cohort Application Window
July 2024 - October 2024
Certification - Only Track
Master's + Certification Track
Credit Hours
18 credit hours
30 credit hours
Program Length
11 months
16 months
Tuition for January 2025
*Please note the cost does not include institutional fees.
$15,000
$25,000
January 2025 Cohort Application  Window
Applications will reopen soon for the January 2025 cohort.
Certification - Only Track
Master's + Certification Track
Credit Hours
18 credit hours
30 credit hours
Program Length
11 months
16 months
Tuition for August 2024
$15,000
$25,000
August 2024 Cohort Application  Window
February - May 15, 2024
Certification - Only Track
Master's + Certification Track
Credit Hours
24 credit hours
30 credit hours
Program Length
12 months
16 months
Tuition for August '24 / January '25
$20,000
$25,000
August 2024 Cohort Application Window
February - June 30, 2024

Program of Study

The Fellowship includes online asynchronous content, virtual live sessions, individual coaching, and a residency completed in fellows' current school site. The program can be completed in 10-16 months depending on track and enrollment partner.

The Fellowship at Bank Street
  • History of Urban Education
  • School Culture and Community Relations
  • Practicum I
  • Education Resource Management
  • School Law
  • Curriculum Planning for Educational Leadership
  • Supervision
  • Practicum II
  • Research for School Improvement (Master’s Track only)
  • Adult Development (Master’s Track only)
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University
  • History of Urban Education
  • School Culture and Community Relations
  • Practicum I
  • Curriculum Planning for Educational Leadership
  • Education Resource Management
  • Practicum II
  • Intro to Educational Administration and Supervision (Master’s Track only)
  • Research for School Improvement (Master’s Track only)
  • School Law (Master’s Track only)
  • Educational Tests and Measurements (Master’s Track only)
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University
  • History of Urban Education
  • School Culture and Community Relations
  • Practicum I
  • Curriculum Planning for Educational Leadership
  • Education Resource Management
  • Practicum II
  • Intro to Educational Administration and Supervision (Master’s Track only)
  • Research for School Improvement (Master’s Track only)
  • School Law (Master’s Track only)
  • Educational Tests and Measurements (Master’s Track only)
The Fellowship at Bank Street
  • History of Urban Education
  • School Culture and Community Relations
  • Practicum I
  • Education Resource Management
  • School Law
  • Curriculum Planning for Educational Leadership
  • Supervision
  • Practicum II
  • Research for School Improvement (Master’s Track only)
  • Adult Development (Master’s Track only)

Alumni Benefits

Graduates of the Fellowship will join a robust community of 6,000+ New Leaders alumni.
With ongoing opportunities for community building, networking, and support delivered by a dedicated alumni engagement team, the Fellowship experience extends into the principalship and beyond.

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Marcus Peterson
Fellowship Alum, '23
Alumni benefits include:
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Evidence-based resources and leadership tools
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Affinity groups, mentoring, and networking
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Resume and interview support
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Community-building events in cities across the country
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High-quality programming and learning opportunities
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Opportunities for career advancement

Admissions and Eligibility

Next application window:
July 2024 - October 2024

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • 2-3 years of teaching experience
  • 3.0 GPA average on conferred degrees
  • A valid teaching license or credential
  • A current role with access to a residency school site
  • A master's degree (Only a requirement for the Certification-Only track in some states - individuals can check their program options and requirements using our eligibility tool)
B2B student experience, woman standing with the fellowship award
Prospective participants in the Fellowship are also expected to embrace an equity-focused mindset and have a track record of driving student success.

Recruiting Candidates to the Fellowship

We partner with school systems to connect teachers, instructional coaches, deans and other eligible educators to the Fellowship. As a partner, you will receive individual, weekly updates about candidate interest and application progress to help ensure success.

Application Steps

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Evaluate program options
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Start application
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Write a personal leadership essay
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Secure recommendations and residency consent
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Submit transcripts and credentials
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Complete an asynchronous interview
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Michelle Means
Fellowship Alum, '23
Alabama
Alabama
G
G
G
Alaska
Alaska
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Administrative (Type B) License in Alaska.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Administrative (Type B) License in Alaska.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Administrative (Type B) License in Alaska.
B
Arizona
Arizona
The Fellowship’s Masters + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Standard Professional Principal Certificate in Arizona.
B
The Fellowship’s Masters + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Standard Professional Principal Certificate in Arizona.
B
The Fellowship’s Masters + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Standard Professional Principal Certificate in Arizona.
B
Arkansas
Arkansas
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Building Level Administrator license in Arkansas.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Building Level Administrator license in Arkansas.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Building Level Administrator license in Arkansas.
B
California
California
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for a Preliminary Administrative Services Credential in California
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for a Preliminary Administrative Services Credential in California
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for a Preliminary Administrative Services Credential in California
B
Colorado
Colorado
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for an Initial Principal License in Colorado.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for an Initial Principal License in Colorado.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for a Preliminary Administrative Services Credential in California
B
Connecticut
Connecticut
G
G
G
Delaware
Delaware
The Fellowship’s Masters + Certification Track at Clark Atlanta University (an Indiana-approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Continuing License as a School Principal in Delaware.
D
The Fellowship’s Masters + Certification Track at Clark Atlanta University (an Indiana-approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Continuing License as a School Principal in Delaware.
D
The Fellowship’s Masters + Certification Track at Clark Atlanta University (an Indiana-approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Continuing License as a School Principal in Delaware.
D
District of Columbia
District of Columbia
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Administrative Services Credential in Washington D.C.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Administrative Services Credential in Washington D.C.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Administrative Services Credential in Washington D.C.
B
Florida
Florida
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Professional Certificate - School Principal in Florida.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Professional Certificate - School Principal in Florida.
B
The Fellowship’s Masters + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Professional Certificate - School Principal in Florida.
B
Georgia
Georgia
The National Aspiring Principals Fellowship is approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (Ga-PSC) as a program leading to a Standard Professional Educational Leadership - Tier I credential.
C
The National Aspiring Principals Fellowship is approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (Ga-PSC) as a program leading to a Standard Professional Educational Leadership - Tier I credential.
C
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University is approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (Ga-PSC) as a program leading to a Standard Professional Educational Leadership - Tier I credential.
D
Hawaii
Hawaii
G
G
G
Idaho
Idaho
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for a Standard Administrator Certificate - School Principal (Pre-K-12) Endorsement in Idaho.
C
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for a Standard Administrator Certificate - School Principal (Pre-K-12) Endorsement in Idaho.
C
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for a Standard Administrator Certificate - School Principal (Pre-K-12) Endorsement in Idaho.
D
Illinois
Illinois
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Professional Educator License (PEL) Administrator Endorsement - Principal (PK-Age 22) in Illinois.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Professional Educator License (PEL) Administrator Endorsement - Principal (PK-Age 22) in Illinois.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Professional Educator License (PEL) Administrator Endorsement - Principal (PK-Age 22) in Illinois.
B
Indiana
Indiana
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University is approved by the Indiana State Board of Education as a program leading to a Building Level Administrator License.
A
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University is approved by the Indiana State Board of Education as a program leading to a Building Level Administrator License.
A
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University is approved by the Indiana State Board of Education as a program leading to a Building Level Administrator License.
B
Iowa
Iowa
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for an Initial Administrator - PK-12 Principal / PK-12 Special Education Supervisor in Iowa.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for an Initial Administrator - PK-12 Principal / PK-12 Special Education Supervisor in Iowa.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for an Initial Administrator - PK-12 Principal / PK-12 Special Education Supervisor in Iowa.
B
Kansas
Kansas
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for an Initial School Leadership License - Building Level (Principal) in Kansas.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for an Initial School Leadership License - Building Level (Principal) in Kansas.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for an Initial School Leadership License - Building Level (Principal) in Kansas.
B
Kentucky
Kentucky
G
G
G
Louisiana
Louisiana
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Educational Leader Level 1 (EDL 1) certificate in Louisiana.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Educational Leader Level 1 (EDL 1) certificate in Louisiana.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Educational Leader Level 1 (EDL 1) certificate in Louisiana.
B
Maine
Maine
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Professional Certificate - Building Administrator in Maine.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Professional Certificate - Building Administrator in Maine.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Professional Certificate - Building Administrator in Maine.
B
Maryland
Maryland
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Administrator I or Administrator II certificates in Maryland.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Administrator I or Administrator II certificates in Maryland.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Administrator I or Administrator II certificates in Maryland.
B
Massachusetts
Massachusetts
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Principal/Assistant Principal License in Massachusetts.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Principal/Assistant Principal License in Massachusetts.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Principal/Assistant Principal License in Massachusetts.
B
Michigan
Michigan
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for a Standard Professional Principal Certificate in Michigan.
B
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for a Standard Professional Principal Certificate in Michigan.
B
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for a Standard Professional Principal Certificate in Michigan.
B
Minnesota
Minnesota
G
G
G
Mississippi
Mississippi
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Five-Year Entry Level Administrator License in Mississippi.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Five-Year Entry Level Administrator License in Mississippi.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Five-Year Entry Level Administrator License in Mississippi.
B
Missouri
Missouri
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Administrator Certificate in Missouri.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Administrator Certificate in Missouri.
B
The Fellowship's Master's + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Administrator Certificate in Missouri.
B
Montana
Montana
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Class 3 Administrative Principal License in Montana.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Class 3 Administrative Principal License in Montana.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Class 3 Administrative Principal License in Montana.
B
Nebraska
Nebraska
G
G
G
Nevada
Nevada
G
G
G
New Hampshire
New Hampshire
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Beginning Educator License (BEL) with a Principal Administrative Endorsement in New Hampshire.
B
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Beginning Educator License (BEL) with a Principal Administrative Endorsement in New Hampshire.
B
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Beginning Educator License (BEL) with a Principal Administrative Endorsement in New Hampshire.
B
New Jersey
New Jersey
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Certificate of Eligibility (CE)/Provisional Principal Certificate in New Jersey.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Certificate of Eligibility (CE)/Provisional Principal Certificate in New Jersey.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Certificate of Eligibility (CE)/Provisional Principal Certificate in New Jersey.
B
New Mexico
New Mexico
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Initial Educational Administration (Pre K-12) in New Mexico.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Initial Educational Administration (Pre K-12) in New Mexico.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Initial Educational Administration (Pre K-12) in New Mexico.
B
New York
New York
The Fellowship at Bank Street College of Education is approved by the New York State Board of Education as a program leading to a New York Initial Certificate - School Building Leader.
E
The Fellowship at Bank Street College of Education is approved by the New York State Board of Education as a program leading to a New York Initial Certificate - School Building Leader.
E
The Fellowship at Bank Street College of Education is approved by the New York State Board of Education as a program leading to a New York Initial Certificate - School Building Leader.
F
North Carolina
North Carolina
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Professional Educator License as a School Administrator in North Carolina.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Professional Educator License as a School Administrator in North Carolina.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Professional Educator License as a School Administrator in North Carolina.
B
North Dakota
North Dakota
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Out of State Educator License (OSEL) with Elementary or Secondary Principal Credential in North Dakota.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Out of State Educator License (OSEL) with Elementary or Secondary Principal Credential in North Dakota.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Out of State Educator License (OSEL) with Elementary or Secondary Principal Credential in North Dakota.
B
Ohio
Ohio
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Professional Principal License in Ohio.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Professional Principal License in Ohio.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Professional Principal License in Ohio.
B
Oklahoma
Oklahoma
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Principal Certificate (Traditional Route) in Oklahoma.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Principal Certificate (Traditional Route) in Oklahoma.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Principal Certificate (Traditional Route) in Oklahoma.
B
Oregon
Oregon
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Reciprocal Administrator License in Oregon.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Reciprocal Administrator License in Oregon.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Reciprocal Administrator License in Oregon.
B
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Principal PK-12 Certificate in Pennsylvania.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Principal PK-12 Certificate in Pennsylvania.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Principal PK-12 Certificate in Pennsylvania.
B
Rhode Island
Rhode Island
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Building Level Administrator (12001) Certificate in Rhode Island.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Building Level Administrator (12001) Certificate in Rhode Island.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Building Level Administrator (12001) Certificate in Rhode Island.
B
South Carolina
South Carolina
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Elementary or Secondary Principal (Tier I) in South Carolina. South Carolina educators must first seek pre-approval of the program from the South Carolina Department of Educator (SCDE) before enrolling in the Fellowship (any out-of-state educator preparation program). Sign in to My SC Educator Portal to submit a request for change or action and secure a letter of approval.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Elementary or Secondary Principal (Tier I) in South Carolina. South Carolina educators must first seek pre-approval of the program from the South Carolina Department of Educator (SCDE) before enrolling in the Fellowship (any out-of-state educator preparation program). Sign in to My SC Educator Portal to submit a request for change or action and secure a letter of approval.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Elementary or Secondary Principal (Tier I) in South Carolina. South Carolina educators must first seek pre-approval of the program from the South Carolina Department of Educator (SCDE) before enrolling in the Fellowship (any out-of-state educator preparation program). Sign in to My SC Educator Portal to submit a request for change or action and secure a letter of approval.
B
South Dakota
South Dakota
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the K-12 Principal (Professional or Out-of-State Provisional) in South Dakota.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the K-12 Principal (Professional or Out-of-State Provisional) in South Dakota.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the K-12 Principal (Professional or Out-of-State Provisional) in South Dakota.
B
Tennessee
Tennessee
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Instructional Leader License in Tennessee.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Instructional Leader License in Tennessee.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Instructional Leader License in Tennessee.
B
Texas
Texas
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Standard Principal Certificate in Texas.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Standard Principal Certificate in Texas.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Standard Principal Certificate in Texas.
B
Utah
Utah
G
G
G
Vermont
Vermont
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Principal Endorsement (code 91) in Vermont.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Principal Endorsement (code 91) in Vermont.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Principal Endorsement (code 91) in Vermont.
B
Virginia
Virginia
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Administration and Supervision Endorsement in Virginia.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Administration and Supervision Endorsement in Virginia.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Administration and Supervision Endorsement in Virginia.
B
Washington
Washington
G
G
G
West Virginia
West Virginia
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Professional Administrative Certificate in West Virginia.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Professional Administrative Certificate in West Virginia.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets educational requirements for the Initial Professional Administrative Certificate in West Virginia.
B
Wisconsin
Wisconsin
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Administrator License - Principal in Wisconsin.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Administrator License - Principal in Wisconsin.
B
The Fellowship’s Master’s + Certification Track (a US principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Administrator License - Principal in Wisconsin.
B
Wyoming
Wyoming
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Principal K-12 (or K-6, 6-12) in Wyoming.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Principal K-12 (or K-6, 6-12) in Wyoming.
A
The Fellowship (a US state approved principal preparation program) meets the educational requirements for the Principal K-12 (or K-6, 6-12) in Wyoming.
B
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Certification Only Track
Certification + Master's Track
Credit Hours
Program Length
Tuition
*
*
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University
18
11 months
$15,000
The Fellowship at Bank Street College of Education
24
12 months
$20,232
*Please note the cost does not include institutional fees.
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University
30
16 months
$25,000
The Fellowship at Bank Street College of Education
30
16 months
$25,290
*Please note the cost does not include institutional fees.
January 2025 Cohort
October 2024 Application Deadline
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University
The Fellowship at Bank Street College of Education
Credit Hours
Program Length
Tuition
*
*
Certification + Master's
30
16 months
$25,000
*Please note the cost does not include institutional fees.
Certification + Master's
30
16 months
$25,290
*Please note the cost does not include institutional fees.
January 2025 Cohort
October 2024 Application Deadline
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University
Credit Hours
Program Length
Tuition
*
*
Certification Only
18
11 months
$15,000
Certification + Master's
30
16 months
$25,000
*Please note the cost does not include institutional fees.
January 2025 Cohort
October 2024 Application Deadline
The Fellowship at Clark Atlanta University
Credit Hours
Program Length
Tuition
*
*
Certification + Master's
30
16 months
$25,000
*Please note the cost does not include institutional fees.
January 2025 Cohort
October 2024 Application Deadline
The Fellowship at Bank Street College of Education
Credit Hours
Program Length
Tuition
*
*
Certification-Only
24
12 months
$20,232
Certification + Master's
30
16 months
$25,290
*Please note the cost does not include institutional fees.
January 2025 Cohort
October 2024 Application Deadline
The Fellowship at Bank Street College of Education
Credit Hours
Program Length
Tuition
*
*
Certification + Master's
30
16 months
$25,290
*Please note the cost does not include institutional fees.
January 2025 Cohort
October 2024 Application Deadline
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Thank you! We have already received your request for information for the National Aspiring Principals Fellowship. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach us via text at (646) 846-3672(646) 846-3672 or email at fellowshipquestions@newleaders.edu, and our team will be in touch with you shortly.

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Administrator licensing/certification requirements are at all times subject to the applicable requirements of the credentialing state. All licensing/certification determinations are made by the credentialing state; accordingly, neither New Leaders, Clark Atlanta University, Bank Street Graduate School of Education, nor Morehouse College cannot guarantee any individual an administrator credential at any time.

Accreditation and Certification at Bank Street Graduate School of Education:  Graduates are eligible for New York State School Building Leader (SBL) certification. To be eligible for certification, candidates must have successfully completed three years of teaching or pupil personnel service work in PreK–12 settings. Candidates are also required to pass both the New York State School Building Leader Assessment and the Educating All Students exam. Completion or evidence of completion of the three New York State mandated workshops in Child Abuse Identification, School Violence Prevention, and Harassment, Bullying, and Discrimination Prevention (Dignity for All Students) is a requirement of this program. Workshops can be completed online, and documentation shared with your SSA. Certification support for the New York State certification process and requirements is available to assist you at certification@bankstreet.edu.

Accreditation and Certification at Clark Atlanta University: Graduates of the program are eligible to pursue Tier I educational leadership certification in the state of Georgia and principal’s licensure in the state of Indiana. Program Advisors will meet with students each semester to review processes and options for earning professional licenses in the state in which they reside. Additionally, Clark Atlanta University's (CAU) SOE Certification Officer will conduct workshops each semester related to state certification/licensure procedures and protocols.  Program Advisors and the CAU SOE Certification Officer will meet with students each semester to review processes and options for earning professional licenses in the state in which they reside.

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