This concentration is part of the Educational Leadership, EdD program.
Influence student outcomes
You'll complete an 18-hour concentration specifically tailored to higher education leadership. Earning an Educational Leadership, EdD with a concentration in higher education leadership serves as a pathway to roles such as a college or university administrator (non-academic), educational leadership faculty member or institutional/agency researcher.
Making an impact and creating change
A Doctor of Education in educational leadership with a concentration in higher education leadership prepares you to move beyond the classroom and into strategic, systemic roles where you can influence institutional success and student outcomes. By developing skills in leadership theory, educational research, and organizational change, you position yourself to drive innovation in a variety of complex environments.
Ultimately, your impact will be measured by your ability to lead institutions that are more responsive, effective and equitable for the communities they serve.
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Can I participate remotely?
Yes. This is a fully-online program.
How long will it take to complete?
Three years of coursework plus dissertation hours.
What is the deadline to apply?
March 15.
Is a dissertation required?
Yes.
Apply to the educational leadership doctoral program
Students seeking admission to Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ graduate programs must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. You're responsible for submitting application materials required for admission and any supplemental items as requested.
To be eligible for consideration into this program, you must achieve:
- achieve a 3.5 GPA or higher on all completed graduate coursework.
- and hold a completed master's degree from accredited higher institution.
If you don't meet the minimum requirements, you may be admitted on a provisional basis under the guidance of the graduate studies advisor.
Ready? Complete the graduate school application and submit the program application by March 15.
New cohorts begin classes in the summer!
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