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Educational Leadership, EdD | K-12 Leadership

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Overview

A leader for the next generation

This concentration is part of the Educational Leadership, EdD program.

You'll complete an 18-hour concentration specifically tailored to K-12 leadership. Earning an Educational Leadership, EdD with a concentration in K-12 leadership serves as a pathway to roles such as a superintendent, principal, curriculum specialist or state/federal educational policy analyst.

Making real-world change

By earning this terminal degree, you move beyond the role of an implementer of policy to become an architect of the educational environment. Distinguish yourself as a leader who is committed to solving complex organizational challenges and driving meaningful, evidence-based change within the education sector.

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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¢¹½ÊÓÆµ 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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