EdD in Ed Leadership Community College Leadership Initiative

Rowan University

United States of America, Glassboro

Duration4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 38,169 / Year

Next IntakeSeptember 5, 2026

EdD in Ed Leadership Community College Leadership Initiative

About

The Rowan Experience

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This special cohort is designed for those working in the community college sector and who are looking to gain advanced knowledge in the field with a special focus on community college. The cohort benefits from faculty whose focus is on community college research; New Jersey community college presidents who teach in the program and serve on dissertation committees; access to senior educational and policy leaders within the State; and a growing network of successful and innovative community college leaders who are graduates of the program.

All coursework in this program is completed in an online format.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Application fee: $65 (USD) non-refundable
*There are no waivers available.
College Transcript and Copy of Original Degree – If you have completed more than one degree, all academic credentials should be submitted. Additionally, if your document is not translated to English a certified English translation is required.
Standardized English language test score – a TOEFL minimum score of 70, IELTS minimum score of 6.0, PTE minimum score of 50 or Duolingo test minimum score of 120 for traditional admissions.
* If you don't meet the English required scores please see Conditional Admissions
Professional resume/CV
Recommendations – a minimum of 2 are required for Master’s programs, and a minimum of 3 are required for Doctoral (Ph.D.) programs.
Statement of professional objectives – Provide reasons for pursuing the program applied. Describe how you will use this program to reach your career goes, and educational goals beyond the master’s level if applicable. Students should also identify personal qualities that they want the committee to see in them, such as leadership, concerns for others, talent, etc.
You can upload the required documents to your application portal once you submit your application. Additional items may be required depending on the program applied.

English Requirements

PTEMin 50
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Fee Information

Application Fee 65

How to Apply

Go to apply.rowan.edu/apply to complete the online application.
Invite your recommenders, and let them know they can submit their recommendation electronically.
Review specific requirements when selecting your program of choice.
Share your standardized English language test score with Rowan University – Rowan’s TOEFL code is 2515, Rowan’s Pearson Test of English (PTE) code is M7V. For Duolingo , please add Rowan University to your “My Colleges” list. Official IELTS score reports can be verified with the TRF# in the bottom right corner. International students must submit standardized test scores unless they are exempt (View Language Policy).
Review Rowan University’s International Admissions Policies

EdD in Ed Leadership Community College Leadership Initiative

Rowan University

United States of America, Glassboro