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In addition to the University's minimum requirements and those listed above, all applicants are expected to submit the departmental application, essays, and resume. All applicants also participate in a small group process.
Applicants are also expected have at least three years of successful professional experience in education or the equivalent (may be completed prior to advancement to candidacy for all divisions except the administration, curriculum, and teaching studies division which requires the experience as a prerequisite to admission); and demonstrated evidence of potential for professional leadership. Students are admitted by a division or by program and must formally apply for a change of division or program.
The Ed.D. degree is a professional degree designed to meet the needs of individuals preparing for careers of leadership and applied research in the schools and
community educational programs. Major foci include practice, applied studies, and knowledge related to professional skills. The major foci of the Educational Leadership Program include innovation and change in schools, postsecondary education and related areas.
The Educational Leadership Program is the only program currently accepting applications for the Ed.D. degree.
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