School Administration, EdD

Requirements for Students Matriculating in or before Academic Year 2026-2027. Learn more about Graduate College Academic Regulation 7.0.

Total Hours: 60

Degree Core
EDLE 6483School Leadership, Culture and Ethics3
EDLE 6493Literature Review for School Improvement3
EDLE 6633Politics, Power and Partnerships in Education3
EDLE 6393Schools as Human Systems3
Hours Subtotal12
Research
EDLE 6853Research Traditions in Educational Leadership3
Select 6 hours from the following:6
Qualitative Research I
Qualitative Research II 1
Analyses of Variance 1
Multiple Regression Analysis in Behavioral Studies 1
Program Evaluation 1
Educational Measurements 1
Hours Subtotal9
Fieldwork
EDLE 6883Internship in Education I3
EDLE 6893Internship in Education II3
EDLE 6910Practicum3
Hours Subtotal9
Emphasis Core
EDLE 6003Prospectus3
EDLE 6353Data for District Improvement3
EDLE 6363Strategic and Financial Planning in Educational Organizations3
EDLE 6453Special Topics in Education Law3
EDLE 6603Theoretical Foundations of Leadership3
EDLE 6873Evaluating District Programs3
Hours Subtotal18
Dissertation
EDLE 6000Doctoral Dissertation12
Hours Subtotal12
Note: Any additional courses must be approved by the student's committee.
Total Hours60
1

Denotes classes with prerequisites.

Graduate College Doctor of Education (EdD) Requirements

Learn more about Graduate College 2026-2027 Doctor of Education (EdD) Degree Program Requirements. Check the General Graduate College academic regulations for minimal GPA, language proficiency and other general requirements.