Catholic School Administration Certificate
Get to Know LMU's Catholic School Administration Certificate
The Catholic School Administration Certificate at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California, prepares current and aspiring Catholic school leaders to take on greater responsibility within their schools and communities. Designed for educators seeking to move into administration or strengthen their leadership practice, the program combines Catholic identity, professional preparation, and practical application to help students lead with purpose, faith, and sound judgment.
Our curriculum focuses on the core areas of Catholic school leadership, including mission and spirituality, law and ethics, finance and operations, personnel management, marketing and enrollment, curriculum, and instruction. Students begin the program with a three-day, in-person learning experience and retreat at LMU focused on leadership, reflection, and building community with their cohort. Through subsequent coursework and cohort learning, students apply these concepts to the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of leading Catholic schools.
Catholic School Administration Certificate Quick Facts
- Units: 10
- Part-time: 1 year
- Modality: Online Synchronous with a three-day on-campus residential
- Class Times: Thursdays, 4–6:30 p.m. PT
- Enrollment Term: Summer II
Pathway to a Master's Degree
Students who have completed LMU’s Catholic School Administration Certificate may apply 9 units of certificate coursework toward the M.A. in Educational Leadership.
Our Catholic School Administration Certificate by the Numbers
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Catholic School Administration Certificate Admission Requirements
Eligibility Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. institution or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree from a foreign institution.
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Applicants who do not meet this requirement may submit a form to request an exception to the GPA requirement.
- Current employment at a Catholic School.
Application Deadlines
Applications are reviewed as they are received; there is no need to wait until a deadline to submit your application. Applicants should expect to receive an admission decision within one month of submitting a complete application.
Summer II (July) 2027
- April 15, 2027: Priority Deadline
- May 15, 2027: Final Deadline
Catholic School Administration Certificate Application Process
Steps to Apply
- Application: Resume, personal statement, and $50 fee
- One letter of recommendation
- College/university transcripts
- Interview (by invitation only)
International applicants have additional admission requirements.
LMU does not issue student (F-1) visas for the Catholic School Administration Certificate.
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