This doctoral program is designed for practicing and aspiring administrators who wish to expand their skills as scholar practitioners.

Emphasis is placed on the practical application of theory and knowledge to school and district leadership at the elementary and secondary levels. Instruction recognizes and incorporates the principles of adult learning with courses, seminars and other educational experiences featuring reflection, group, discussion, simulations, problem solving and school-related theory. The programs, which are interdisciplinary, allow students the flexibility of selecting supportive leadership coursework both in the College of Education and other colleges in the University of Arizona.

The program features cohort groups who take a basic core of 24 units together. Each fall, 12-15 students are admitted to a cohort.

*Aspiring administrators may take administrative certfication coursework concurrently.

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership Program informational flyer

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's Degree
• Current employment as an administrator or previous leadership experience
• Cumulative GPA of 3.5 for graduate work
• Current acceptable GRE score

Course Requirements:

A minimum of 63 units is required to complete the program. Up to 12 units may be approved for transfer to meet core requirements.

 *Examples of concentrations include law, policy, and technology.

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Applications for Fall 2012 consideration are due by April 1, 2012.