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Barry offers a living and learning community that values a diversity of perspectives and life experiences. That’s why at Barry, an education is far more than classrooms and tests; learning comes from everything around you.(about barry)

With our Catholic liberal arts heritage and over 100 degree programs, including nursing and marine biology, from bachelors through PhDs, we've got your options covered. Focus on arts and sciences, business, education, social work, communication, nursing, medical sciences, theology, or law. Take things further with personalized research and experiential learning opportunities, on and off-campus. Enhance your prospects with hands-on internships at some of the country's top organizations.

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At Barry University, you will experience a small community atmosphere where you can always rely on our administrators and faculty for advice, encouragement and personal attention. We take great pride in giving individual attention from the very beginning. You can start building a personal relationship with one of our admissions counselors who will help answer any questions, and guide you through the entire admissions and enrollment process.

We are committed to providing programs and services that are guided by Barry University's rich educational mission and intended to enhance your Barry experience. Through partnerships with others in the university community, we aim to create experiences that will help transform you into leaders for a just and humane world.

We are an NCAA Division II school and a member of the Sunshine State Conference with 12 varsity teams, including men's baseball, basketball, golf, soccer and tennis; and women's basketball, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. So far, we've won 24 NCAA championships, had 338 All-Americans, 413 Scholar All-Americans, and nine NCAA "Women of the Year" finalists, the most of any Division II school. Not bad at all, but we're going for more.

Barry offers a living and learning community that values a diversity of perspectives and life experiences. That’s why at Barry, an education is far more than classrooms and tests; learning comes from everything around you.(Academics)

Master of Science in Leadership and Innovation

Prepare for managerial, entrepreneurial, and leadership careers across a wide range of professional fields.

About the Program Leadership and Innovation (MS)

The Master of Science in Leadership and Innovation (MSLI) degree program offers the professional tools you need to become an agent of change and innovation within your ideal organization. Our expert faculty mentors are committed to helping you reach your individual career goals and focus on equipping you with essential skills for today’s professional environments—from project management to entrepreneurship to IT to values and ethics to educational leadership. And, as a career-oriented degree program, we offer the networking opportunities you need to earn the leadership job you want! 

The MSLI program is a unique business degree designed for aspiring: 

  • Business leaders
  • Non-profit organization leaders 
  • Public service managers 
  • Social entrepreneurs 
  • Higher education administrators 
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MS in Leadership and Innovation AT A GLANCE:

Accelerated Learning

HyFlex: in-person and online options

Savings

$600/credit

Accelerated Learning

36 credits (12 courses)

Calendar

Take 1 or 2 courses every 7 week term

  • Accelerated Learning

    HyFlex: in-person and online options

  • Savings

    $600/credit

  • Accelerated Learning

    36 credits (12 courses)

  • Calendar

    Take 1 or 2 courses every 7 week term

The MS in Leadership and Innovation degree program is designed to fit into your busy lifestyle. That’s why we offer accelerated seven-week terms and flexible in-person, online, and hybrid courses. Each course meets once a week and sessions are scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. during weekdays to accommodate working professionals.

  • Instructor

    In-Person Delivery

    If you take your courses in-person, they’re offered at Barry University’s Main Campus, Pembroke Pines, Melbourne, Jacksonville, Palm Beach Gardens, The Bahamas and Online.
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    HyFlex Model

    You can also choose to experience many of your courses in a combination of both in-person and remote modalities, in which each session is streamed in real-time for remote delivery.

Locations Miami is not the only location!

Main Campus

Address

11300 NE 2nd Ave Miami Shores, FL 33161

Phone

305-899-3300

Email

admissions@barry.edu
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Jacksonville Duval

Address

4401 Salisbury Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32216

Phone

904-619-5105

Email

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Nassau The Bahamas

Address

Queen's College Village Rd. Nassau, The Bahamas

Phone

305-899-4035

Email

education@barry.edu
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Melbourne Brevard

Address

410 North Wickham Rd, Suite 103 Melbourne, FL 32935

Phone

321-409-5553

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Get Involved Organizations

Professional organizations within the field of higher education are important components of your career development.
These professional organizations foster collaboration, networking, professional development, and scholarship that is accessible and supportive.

School of Education Faculty

The odds are definitely in your favor at Barry University. Our student-faculty ratio is only 15:1. That means you get personal attention and guidance, and nobody gets lost in the shuffle. Even more impressive, over 80 percent of our faculty hold a PhD or the highest degree available in their field of expertise.
We seek out professors who are not only great teachers, but who love what they do. Their passion, enthusiasm, and inspiration are contagious, and there's no better way to keep young minds excited about learning and discovering. Beyond each teacher's area of expertise, our faculty is committed to promoting equality, social justice, altruism, diversity, and humility. Through education, everyone can have a voice.

Admissions Overview Getting Started

Congratulations on taking the first step to pursue your passion, advance your career, and make a difference in your community. We are committed to assist each student through the admission process.

Whether you transition straight from undergraduate studies to a graduate program or have been out of school for some time, we offer a welcoming and professional environment for graduate study.

With small class sizes, there is a considerable amount of personalized attention from your faculty and opportunities to build strong relationships with fellow classmates.

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Start your application today. In just a few years, you'll graduate with a degree from a highly-respected, affordable university.

Admission Requirements

  • Submit a completed application.
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  • A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution with at least a 3.0 GPA and official sealed transcripts.
  • Resume with two professional references.
  • Statement of Purpose: 250 - 500 words providing evidence for the relevance of this degree to current or future career goals
  • No GRE required

Admissions Overview Are you a Transfer or an International Student?

You can apply to Barry whenever it’s convenient for you. We accept applications on a rolling basis, but it’s always better to apply sooner than later. You’re considered a transfer applicant when you have at least 12 college level credits from a regionally accredited college or university. Remember, you may have to apply separately to specific programs, so please review the academic requirements for your intended major.
If you are an international student, applying as early as possible is in your best interest in order to allow ample time for immigration processing. Please note that general admission to Barry University does not guarantee acceptance into all academic majors. Also, please be aware that admission to Barry University does not guarantee that you will be granted a student visa by the United States Embassy or Consulate in your country of origin.

Transfer Students

Applicants who have at least 12 college level credits from a regionally accredited college or university would be considered a transfer applicant.

International Students

International students may be admitted to Barry University if they meet the University's admission requirements.

Financial Aid Affordable for you.

At BarryU, our tuition is competitive, affordable and still promises all the perks of a private school education. Our cost per credit is in-line with other institutions, but we offer a mission-driven educational experience and provide our students with small class sizes, personalized attention, and academic excellence. Scholarships, graduate assistantships, and financial aid can also be explored to help offset overall costs.

Barry University participates in the full array of federal and state financial aid programs. At Barry, we are committed to doing all we can to help you finance your education.

Barry University's Financial Aid staff will assist you through the financial aid application process.

Financial Aid Programs

Costs associated with degrees and programs in the Adrian Dominican School of Education. (Effective July 2021)

Doctoral Programs

Counseling
$1,125.00
Curriculum & Instruction
$950.00
Organizational Leadership
$850.00
Transformational School Leadership
$850.00

Educational Specialist Programs

School Psychology
$750.00
Educational Leadership
$600.00
Montessori
$600.00

Master's Programs

Counseling
$800.00
School Psychology
$750.00
Human Resource Development
$600.00
Leadership and Innovation
$600.00
Curriculum & Instruction
$600.00
Bahamas Tuition Rate - Master's Programs
$600.00
Montessori
$600.00

Online Programs

Reading
$419.00
Educational Leadership
$419.00
Exceptional Student Education
$419.00
Higher Education Administration
$419.00
Curriculum & Instruction
$419.00

Doctoral Programs

Counseling
$1,125.00
Curriculum & Instruction
$950.00
Organizational Leadership
$850.00
Transformational School Leadership
$850.00

Educational Specialist Programs

School Psychology
$750.00
Educational Leadership
$600.00
Montessori
$600.00

Master's Programs

Counseling
$800.00
School Psychology
$750.00
Human Resource Development
$600.00
Leadership and Innovation
$600.00
Curriculum & Instruction
$600.00
Bahamas Tuition Rate - Master's Programs
$600.00
Montessori
$600.00

Online Programs

Reading
$419.00
Educational Leadership
$419.00
Exceptional Student Education
$419.00
Higher Education Administration
$419.00
Curriculum & Instruction
$419.00
Please inquire about military, public service, and certificate program rates
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University Non-Discrimination Statement

Barry University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. This policy applies to students, employees, applicants and trustees with respect to participation in any program, benefit, activity or student/employment opportunity offered by the University. Every member of the University community is expected to uphold this policy as a matter of mutual respect and fundamental fairness in human relations. Every student of this institution has a responsibility to conduct himself/herself in accordance with this policy as a condition of enrollment. Further, every University employee has an obligation to observe Barry University policies and implementation of federal and state law as a term of employment. No person shall be retaliated against for reporting violations or concerns about prohibited discrimination or bias through appropriate University channels.

Nothing in this non-discrimination statement shall require Barry University to act in a manner contrary to the beliefs and teachings of the Catholic Church or the University mission statement.

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