Coursework

A total of 63 credits is required for the Educational Leadership, Ed.D., program.

Required core coursework (3324 credits)
117 courses addressing educational leadership and research issues based on PSEL standards

Research methods (9 credits)
3 credits quantitative, 3 credits qualitative, and 3 credits of an advanced quantitative or qualitative or methodology course

Dissertation (1218 credits)
Credits of dissertation (taken after completing the comprehensive exam)

Minor (912-15 credits)
Coursework outside of EDL that will complement your major, 12-15 credits, depending on the requirements of the minor advisor.

* EDL 606 Policy Analysis in Education
* ELD 522 Critically Evaluating Education Policy Research
* ELD 602 Culturally Responsive Leadership and Policy