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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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Curriculum requirements

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

To be eligible for consideration into the program, you must:

  • meet SFA's graduate school requirements.
  • achieve a 3.5 GPA or higher on all completed graduate coursework.
  • and hold a completed master's degree from accredited higher institution.

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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