Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration Program Details
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Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration
Apply before May 15 to begin in the summer semester.
Admission Requirements:
KU's doctorate in higher education administration is designed for individuals with well-developed academic skills and a strong potential for future administration. Preferred applicants must have the following:
- A bachelor’s and a master’s degree or equivalent with at least a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale from an accredited institution
- Current professional resume
- Students must hold a current professional position in higher education or a related organization (such as a foundation, policy think tank or state education organization)
- Three years of full-time administrative experience post master's degree at a higher education institution or related organization
- Complete graduate application from the Office of Graduate Studies
- Official transcript of all previous undergraduate and graduate credit sent from the institution to the Office of Graduate Studies (printed or official electronic transcripts are acceptable)
- A statement of purpose that answers the questions outlined in the Higher Education EdD application instructions
- Letters of recommendation from three people who can comment on your ability to complete a doctoral program of study; the master’s advisor is appropriate to include
- GRE scores (optional)
Curriculum
Potential Plan of Study
Year One
Summer Semester | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
ELPS 948: Research in Education Policy & Leadership ELPS 995: Field Experience I | ELPS 871: Introduction to Qualitative Research ELPS 986: Organizations & Governance of Higher Education | EPSY 870: Quantitative Methods for Research in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies ELPS 987: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion |
Year Two
Summer Semester | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
ELPS 998: Data Driven Leadership ELPS 995: Field Experience II | ELPS 983: Curriculum and Innovation ELPS 973: Research on College Students | ELPS 985: Evaluation of Programs in Higher Education ELPS 980: The Finance of Higher Education |
Year Three
Summer Semester | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
ELPS 998: Data Informed Decision Making ELPS 995: Field Experience III Comprehensive Exam | ELPS 969: Dissertation Seminar ELPS 999: Dissertation Hours | ELPS 999: Dissertation Hours Dissertation Defense |
Please note: This is only a sample plan of study. Please consult with your academic advisor before enrolling.