Educational Leadership

    Educational Leadership

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 26,627 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Educational Leadership

    About

    Applications for the next intake for spring (May) 2026 opens Sept. 20, 2025.
    The application deadline is Jan. 31, 2026.

    The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership is intended for professionals seeking to solve problems of practice within their profession. The program is intended to equip graduates for improved educational leadership and applied educational research in their current and future organizations with educational mandates.

    The program is facilitated over three years with a blend of online and in-person courses to allow working professionals to enroll and to maintain work commitments. Upon completing this program, graduates will be well positioned for advancement in a variety of K-12, postsecondary and social sector settings where evidence-based and solution-oriented educational leadership is valued.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission requirements

    Doctor of Education

    • A master's degree from a recognized college or university
    • A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units)
    • Proof of English language proficiency will be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English
    • A minimum of five years direct educational leadership experience in organizational and educational contexts
    • Portfolio of work, including:
      • Statement of educational leadership development goals
      • Statement of problem of practice interests
      • Writing samples
      • A curriculum vitae or resume that includes detailed evidence of leadership experience
      • Letters of recommendation
    • Interview

    Academic Requirements

    • gmat

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 6.5
    • IELTSMin 86

    English Program Requirements

    The language of instruction and examination at the University of Saskatchewan is English. In order for students to understand, communicate and be successful in programs at the university, an acceptable level of academic English is required. You may be asked to provide proof of English proficiency.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    26,627 / year
    Educational Leadership
    University of Saskatchewan
    University of Saskatchewan
    Canada

    Canada, Saskatoon