Doctorate in Educational Leadership.
Standing, L-R: Janet Tareilo, Patrick Jenlink, Pauline Sampson
Seated, L-R: Emma Hagan, Betty Alford, Karen Embry Jenlink
18 Characteristics of Texas Public Doctoral Programs Educational Leadership - Doctor of Education Stephen F. Austin State University
Stephen F. Austin State University
Scholar-Practitioner
Doctoral Program
Educational leaders must meet the challenges of the new millennium. At SFA, the doctor of education with emphasis in educational leadership addresses these challenges: population growth issues, cultural diversity, policy analysis and design, problem solving, and the change process.
Program Features:
Scholar-practitioner faculty who understand and practice what they teach
Alternating weekend class schedule
Collegial support in cohort design
Summer leadership internships
Synthesis seminars to connect and to extend learning experiences
Challenging curriculum that is relevant and current
This doctoral program focuses on developing leaders. Accepted candidates will become leaders who respond to school and university complexities with confidence and resolve. Students in this SFA advanced leadership program will:
Develop an understanding of leadership models and theory for application
Understand the social and political context in which schools operate
Apply theory and contextual knowledge to educational practice
Practice analytical and communication skills for leadership roles
Program specializations through electives and internships
Doctoral Information and Application Packet
Graduate School Application
Areas of Emphasis for electives and internships
Superintendent Certification
Higher Education Cognate
Other elective areas: Curriculum and Instruction or Research and Evaluation