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Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Systems Leadership
Program Overview
The Doctor of Education in Educational Systems Leadership degree is designed to prepare working professionals to lead, teach, and consult in the public and private sectors. You’ll be equipped with the highest level of scholarship and practical experience relevant to service in traditional public, private, and online education settings, as well in educational businesses, churches, or nonprofit organizations. This track provides you with opportunities to engage in scholarship, internship, research, and the development of professional competencies in a variety of areas. You’ll be able to adapt your studies to your busy work schedule because of the hybrid nature of the program.
Program at a
Glance
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
30
DETAILS
Total Credit Hours: 30
Program Type: Ed.D.
Location: Hybrid
Time to Complete: 36 Months
Start Date: Fall: August | Spring: January
Why AU?
Ready for the next chapter in your academic, professional, and spiritual life? Whether you are graduating high school or pursuing a master’s or doctorate degree, we invite you to be a part of one of the top regional universities in the South (U.S. News & World Report). Come discover why the Institutional Research & Evaluation, Inc. identified Anderson University as one of the top-ranked, most affordable colleges in the country. Take the next step in your journey of academic excellence today.
Anderson University is a national leader in higher education in its use of technology to support and enhance all aspects of its core function—teaching and learning, which has led to the institution being recognized as an Apple Distinguished School since 2014. Through Anderson’s Digital Learning Initiative, Anderson has provided all of its residential undergraduate students and select graduate program students with an iPad Air and Apple Pencil. The mission of transforming learning experiences and preparing students to serve their communities and careers in the twenty-first century is enhanced through mobile devices developed by Apple.
Admission Requirements
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Previous Degree Required
A master’s degree and an Education Specialist degree (from Anderson University) are required to enroll in this program.: :
Transcript Requirements
Official undergraduate and master’s transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process for this program.: :
Additional Admission Requirements
Students in pursuit of the EdD’s Superintendency Leadership Concentration will be required to hold a valid credential issued by the SCDE, with an endorsement in educational administration.: :
Application Deadline
The application deadline is one (1) month/thirty (30) days before a term start date.More Information
I-20 Approved: No
I-17 Approved: No
Non Degree Option Available (Minor): Yes
Program Director:
Dr. Julie Smart
Dr. Julie Smart
Breakdown of Credit Hours:
33 Credit Hours – Leadership and Learning Core Requirements | 30 Credit Hours – Educational Systems Leadership Requirements
33 Credit Hours – Leadership and Learning Core Requirements | 30 Credit Hours – Educational Systems Leadership Requirements
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