Doctor of Education (Educational Leadership) K-12 Administration
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    Doctor of Education (Educational Leadership) K-12 Administration

    Washington State University
    Washington State University
    United States of America
    United States of America, Pullman
    University Rank:#423
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    Duration6 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 44,627 / Year
    Next IntakeFebruary 1, 2022
    Doctor of Education (Educational Leadership) K-12 Administration

    About

    The statewide Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership prepares practitioner-scholars for leadership in education at the local, state, and national levels. Program content is both practical and scholarly; it blends issues important to practicing educational leaders with scholarship that can help analyze and address these issues. Program faculty are highly experienced school professionals and nationally recognized academic scholars who contribute to the central purpose of the program: preparing practitioner-scholars for effective and meaningful leadership. The Ed.D. dissertation is intended to study and address a contemporary problem of practice in k-20 schools through a leadership lens. This is a modified cohort program, with a new cohort admitted once each year in the fall. Students enrolled in two classes each semester will finish the coursework portion of their program in 2½ years. Students making continual progress could complete the degree in four years, though it is common for students balancing educational, professional, and personal demands to finish in five years. The program is offered on-site at all of WSU's campuses (Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver). Students who live 50+ miles from a WSU campus can seek approval to attend classes synchronously via Zoom Video Conferencing.

    All graduates will be able to:

    1.  Identify and analyze the theories, research, and policies related to the study of K-12 educational leadership: ethics and social justice; inquiry; policy; and leadership/instructional  leadership.
    2.  Prepare, write and present clear and coherent critical book reviews and reviews of the literature in educational leadership.
    3.  Understand, evaluate, and apply inquiry knowledge and skills to problems of policy and practice of educational leadership.
    4.  Design, conduct, report, and present clear and coherent research studies that contribute to understanding and solving problems of practice in educational leadership.
    5.  Articulate core values and model the guiding principles of the profession including: commitment to social justice; understanding of ethical responsibilities of leadership; effective and  respectful interaction with others of similar and diverse cultures, values, and perspectives; commitment to school improvement and a positive impact on student learning.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Please complete the WSU Graduate School's online application, and then contact the Academic Coordinator for the Program (see “Contacts Information” to the right)  to request the Departmental Application packet. Applicants must have a master's degree and will be asked to respond to various writing prompts, submit a scholarly writing sample, and secure three letters for recommendation. Domestic students do not need to take any tests, International students must take either a TOEFL or IELTS exam.

    English Program Requirements

    • TOEFL - iBT 80
    • IELTS Band 7

    Career

    K-12 district leadership positions, higher education administration, public administration or non-profit leadership


    Fee Information

    Application Fee 70

    How to Apply

    Gather Your Documents

    Check the admission requirements for information about academic standards and required documents.

    Your application for admission must include:

    • Official transcripts
    • Proof of English language proficiency
    • Copy of your passport identification page or national identity card

    Get the admission application and other necessary forms.

    Prepare Your Information

    You will want to prepare some information before beginning your online application.

    • Be ready to answer questions about your anticipated visa status
    • Be ready to tell us how you meet the language proficiency requirement (through an English proficiency exam score or an exam waiver)

    You may upload electronic copies of your documents when you submit your application online. If you upload transcripts they will be considered unofficial. It is best to send transcripts separately after you submit your application.

    Complete the Application and Submit Documents

    To complete the application and submit it for our review you will need to pay the $70 application fee by credit card or wire transfer. If you have questions about paying this fee please contact us.

    If you do not wish to upload documents into the application, or do not have them ready to upload and submit, you may mail or email them to the International Undergraduate Admissions Office when you submit your application.

    Office of International Programs
    International Undergraduate Admissions
    Kruegel Hall
    PO Box 643251
    Pullman, WA 99164-3251
    USA
    [email protected]

    Doctor of Education (Educational Leadership) K-12 Administration
    Washington State University
    Washington State University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Pullman

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