Educational Leadership

Programs under this Major:: Doctor of Education Program (EDD); Educational Specialist Program (EDS); Master of Education Program (MED)

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The Educational Leadership program offers both Doctorate of Education and Master of Education degrees. The focus of the cohort-based doctoral program is to prepare scholar leaders in education to achieve results in the nation's schools by

translating theory and knowledge into practice.
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translating theory and knowledge into practice.
applying skills in interpersonal relations and political diplomacy.
applying research and data-based decision making skills.
following ethical principles.

Graduates will be able to adapt to a changing world, predict the consequences of proposed action, and sustain continuous education improvements over time. The development of skills and qualities that will enhance the ability of leaders to empower, inspire, and guide the performance of others in achieving the desired goals of a school, a school district or a community directs program content. A master's degree and a graduate grade point average of 3.5 are required for admission to the doctoral program. A Graduate Record Examination score of at least 1100 is also required. Beyond these minimal requirements, applicants must also meet other specific requirements. Enrollment is limited and the meeting of program standards does not guarantee admission. Students are admitted once per year in cohort groups of 15-20 students. Students interested in applying should contact the departmental Graduate Coordinator. The masters degree program is designed for aspiring educational leaders who wish to advance their careers with administrative certification. The program will emphasize leadership practices that improve professional relationships, decision-making and the ability to facilitate educational reform. Through coursework in foundations, law, administration, supervision, finance, and personnel, student learning outcomes will include the ability to

propose means for facilitating the success of all students by understanding, responding to, and influencing the social, cultural, and legal aspects of the community.
formulate plans for communicating organizational purpose and priorities to school staffs community groups, and the news media.
identify theories, models of organizations, strategies, and resources for effectively managing services, programs, operations, and human and material resources in an educational setting.
develop a strategic plan that demonstrates knowledge of curriculum and instructional models for the purposes of enhancing teaching and learning.
participate in an array of capstone course experiences such as action research projects, evaluation of specified research-based curricula, or evidence-based school practices, and others.

A Bachelor's degree and an undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 are required for admission. In addition, current or previous administrative/management/supervisory/leadership experience is required. Hide Description

Department: Educational Policy Studies and Practice

Phone:: (520) 626-7313
Fax:: (520) 621-1875

Mailing Address:: PO Box 210069
Tucson, AZ 85721
Website:: http://www.coe.arizona.edu/epsp

Majors:: Educational Leadership, Educational Leadership and Policy, Higher Education

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Doctor of Education Program (EDD)

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Application Website http://www.coe.arizona.edu/epsp/edl_apply
Contact Information Application Questions Margo Sallet (520) 626-7313 msallet@email.arizona.edu Advising Questions (520) 626-7313 coe-edlprog@email.arizona.edu	Financial Aid Tuition and Registration Scholarships Fellowships only for currently enrolled students registering for at least 3 units who have earned a minimum 3.5 GPA.
Application Requirements Minimum GPA 3.50 Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) Score 79 Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) Score 550 Minimum IELTS (overall band score) 7	Standardized Test Requirements Required Standardized Test(s) GRE
Other Application Requirements Department Application: http://www.coe.arizona.edu/epsp/edl_apply GPA 3.5 TOEFL 550PB, 79iBT Competitive GRE score 3 letters of recommendation Separate departmental application Statement of purpose Curriculum vitae Writing Sample
Application Deadline(s) Domestic Applicants Fall April 1 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions International Applicants Fall December 1 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions	Program Codes GRE Institution Code (University of Arizona) 4832 GRE Subject Code(s) 3001 / 3002

Program Requirements Minimum Credit Hours 63 Satisfactory Academic Progress Website http://www.coe.arizona.edu/epsp/gradresources Core Courses EDL 620, EDL 621, EDL 622, EDL 623, EDL 625, EDL 626 Language Requirement(s) Minimum TOEFL score of 550 Minor Requirements 12 units of EDL coursework approved by faculty minor advisor.

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Educational Specialist Program (EDS)

Application Information
Application Website http://www.coe.arizona.edu/epsp/edl_apply
Contact Information Application Questions Margo Sallet (520) 626-7313 msallet@email.arizona.edu Advising Questions (520) 626-7313 coe-edlprog@email.arizona.edu	Financial Aid Tuition and Registration Scholarships Fellowships
Application Requirements Minimum GPA 3.50 Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) Score 79 Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) Score 550 Minimum IELTS (overall band score) 7	Standardized Test Requirements Required Standardized Test(s) GRE Required GRE Subject Test(s) 3001/3002
Other Application Requirements Separate departmental application: http://www.coe.arizona.edu/epsp/edl_apply GPA 3.5 TOEFL 550PB, 79iBT Competitive GRE score 3 letters of recommendation Statement of purpose Curriculum vitae Writing Sample
Application Deadline(s) Domestic Applicants Fall April 1 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions International Applicants Fall April 1 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions	Program Codes GRE Institution Code (University of Arizona) 4832 GRE Subject Code(s) 3001 / 3002

Program Requirements Minimum Credit Hours 45

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Master of Education Program (MED)

Application Information
Application Website http://www.coe.arizona.edu/epsp/edl_apply
Contact Information Application Questions Margo Sallet (520) 626-7313 msallet@email.arizona.edu Advising Questions Dr. Lynnette Brunderman (520) 626-8605 lbrunder@email.arizona.edu	Financial Aid Tuition and Registration Scholarships, Fellowships only for current students who earn a 3.5 GPA.
Application Requirements Minimum GPA 3.00 Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) Score 79 Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) Score 550 Minimum IELTS (overall band score) 7	Standardized Test Requirements Please see other requirements below.
Other Application Requirements Department Application: http://www.coe.arizona.edu/epsp/edl_apply Current or previous administrative, management, supervisory, or leadership experience Undergraduate degree GPA 3.00 For International Students Only: TOEFL 550 No GRE scores required
Application Deadline(s) Domestic Applicants Fall August 1 Spring December 1 Summer I April 1 Summer II April 15 International Applicants Fall April 15 Spring September 15 Summer I February 15 Summer II March 1	Program Codes GRE Institution Code (University of Arizona) 4832 GRE Subject Code(s) 3001 / 3002

Program Requirements Minimum Credit Hours 36 Satisfactory Academic Progress Website http://www.coe.arizona.edu/sites/default/files/Program%20handbook_Central%20Cohort.pdf Core Courses EDL 504, EDL 560, EDL 561, EDL 562, EDL 563, EDL 564, EDL 565, EDL 566, EDL 567, EDL 593A, EDL 598, and EDL 604. Language Requirement(s) Minimum TOEFL score of 550 for International Students only. Other Requirements for Successful Completion of the Program EDL 593A Principal Internship and EDL 598 Capstone Experience

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Educational Leadership

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Department: Educational Policy Studies and Practice

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Center for the Study of Higher Education