University of Pittsburgh School of Education
 

Administrative & Policy Studies

The University of Pittsburgh’s provides Doctoral-level and Master’s Program in
Education for students interested in educational policy and administration.
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From Managing Educational Organizations to Achieving Educational Objectives

The Department of Administrative and Policy Studies (ADMPS) is focused on advancing professional knowledge, as well as improving research and practices for educational administrators and policymakers. Specifically, Administrative Studies covers the knowledge and skills essential to effectively managing regional, national and international educational organizations. Policy Studies focuses on the complex processes administrators and policymakers go through in order to achieve educational objectives.

Students have the opportunity to expand their horizons and gain a truly global perspective, including interacting with other students from more than 20 countries and working with faculty on projects in countries as broad as Indonesia, Mongolia, Germany, Czechoslovakia, Kenya, Korea, and Chile.

Students can pursue a master's degree, certification, or doctoral degree and go on to achieve success in a variety of roles, including managerial and staff positions in schools, school districts, higher education institutions, and national ministries of education. Students also go on to research and policy positions in local, state, national, and international agencies, as well as careers in research and teaching at the collegiate level.

Department Contact

University of Pittsburgh
School of Education
Department of Administrative and Policy Studies
5902 Wesley W. Posvar Hall
230 S. Bouquet Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Phone: 412-648-7428
Fax: 412-648-1784

Latest News

IISE Holds Inaugural Awards Ceremony and Book Series Launch

Published on 2/6/2012 7:00:00 AM

The Institute for International Studies in Education (IISE) will be holding its inaugural awards ceremony, along with a launch of its Pittsburgh Studies in Comparative and International Education (PSCIE) book series, on Wednesday, February 15. At the event, IISE will honor 2010 and 2011 award recipi... Read More...

The World Bank Senior Economist Jishnu Das Visits Pitt for Presentation

Published on 2/3/2012 7:00:00 AM

Jishnu Das, a senior economist in the development research group at The World Bank and a visiting fellow at the Centre for Policy Research in New Delhi, will be speaking at the School of Education on Friday, February 17. His presentation will focus on reassessing the model of education delivery in l... Read More...

Doctoral Graduate Kelly Austin Named Penn State Schuylkill Chancellor

Published on 1/20/2012 7:00:00 AM

A recent graduate of the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Education, Kelly Austin, was named chancellor of Penn State Schuylkill, effective June 1, 2012. Austin is currently vice president of finance and administration at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, and earned his PhD from the adm... Read More...

Collective Bargaining - PA Strike Free Education Legislation Seminar

Published on 1/18/2012 2:26:00 PM

Public employee collective bargaining is a highly charged issue in many states, including Pennsylvania. What legislation could affect collective bargaining for teachers in Pennsylvania? What are the issues that school leaders may face in the near future? Are there opinions that need to be heard? Wh... Read More...

Memorial Scheduled for School of Education Staff Member Shawn Davis

Published on 1/17/2012 9:30:00 AM

Shawn Marcus Davis, a 34-year-old research specialist in the School of Education’s Department of Instruction and Learning, died suddenly on January 1, 2012, while visiting family members and friends in Denton, Texas. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Renee Cox; his mother, Jean Davis; his sist... Read More...

School of Education Alumna and Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, Betsy A. Porter, Retires after 33 Years

Published on 1/9/2012 7:30:00 AM

Betsy Porter, director of the University of Pittsburgh Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, recently announced her retirement from the University after 33 years of outstanding service and success in her position. Under her direction, the profile, quality, and diversity of new undergraduate stude... Read More...

School of Education Student to Receive Award from State Education Organization

Published on 11/11/2011 9:47:00 AM

University of Pittsburgh doctoral student and North Hills School District Administrator Jeff Taylor recently was selected by the Pennsylvania Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (PASCD) to receive its 2011 Supervision and Curriculum Development Award. PASCD will honor Taylor on No... Read More...

Alumnus Returns for Legacy Laureate Award and Lecture

Published on 10/17/2011 11:39:00 AM

The School of Education hosted a lecture by alumnus and Headmaster of The English High School in Boston, Dr. Sito Narcisse, titled “Challenges of Turning Around a Troubled School,” on Thursday, October 13. During his visit, Dr. Narcisse was also recognized by the University of Pittsburgh and Chance... Read More...

How Dr. Sito Narcisse Transformed the Worst Public School in Boston

Published on 9/28/2011 9:10:00 AM

Dr. Sito Narcisse welcomes a woman and her son into his office at The English High School in Boston to discuss the upcoming school year’s enrollment. Dr. Narcisse’s nurturing yet demanding attitude is obvious. He asks the young student what his aspirations are for high school and as the boy attempt... Read More...

2011 Alumni Award Winners

Published on 4/8/2011 4:41:00 PM

In the midst of celebrating the School of Education’s 100th anniversary, the School recognized some of our outstanding alumni with the annual alumni awards ceremony. This year, the ceremony took place at the Centennial Celebration, a special gala celebrating the School's milestone, on Saturday, Apr... Read More...
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