Educational Leadership, Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
The doctorate in educational leadership is dedicated to developing racially conscious leaders for P-21 Schools, higher education and non-profit organizations.
Program Highlights
- CAEP accredited
- The doctorate in educational leadership is delivered using a hybrid cohort model.
- Students take two courses per semester. The classes are held on Wednesday evenings with each class meeting alternate Wednesdays.
- Classes meet face to face, seven to eight times per semester, with the remaining coursework to be done online and in video learning communities.
Application Requirements
- Completed Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Completed Master's degree from an accredited institution
- Application essay - In 1,000 words or less, write an essay outlining your present or past accomplishments regarding your work with racial equity by addressing this two-question prompt:
- In your personal and/or professional life, what have you done to educate yourself to improve your own understanding of racial equity?
- In your personal and/or professional life, what have you done to actively address predictable racial disparities?
- C.V. / Resume
Additional Requirements for International Applicants:
- TOEFL ibt scores sent directly to University Admissions using code 6677. A minimum score of 61 is required.
- Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member.
Application Deadlines
U.S. Based Applicants | International Applicants | |
Fall Start | April 1 | April 1 |
Spring Start | N/A | N/A |
Summer Start | N/A | N/A |
Time to Completion: 2 years and dissertation
Graduate Coordinator Contact
Dr. Melissa Krull
melissa.krull@mnsu.edu
952-818-8864