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:
- Applicants must have a master’s degree or equivalent with at least a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and hold a full-time position in a college or university or related educational setting. Three years of full-time experience is recommended. Meeting minimum admission standards does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants are strongly advised to contact one (or more) of the faculty members in the department prior to applying for the doctoral program.
- 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.