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What is an EdD in Educational Leadership?
A Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership is a degree program designed for current and emerging leaders in both traditional and nontraditional education environments. An EdD in Educational Leadership prepares professionals to lead educational organizations and equips them to address challenges that educational leaders face in a variety of settings.
The EdD in Educational Leadership at Neumann University provides educators with the vision, skills, and values that are needed to continually improve American education.
Candidates for the EdD in Educational Leadership degree are prepared to link knowledge and research, address school-based and educationally oriented problems through application of theory, and develop a vision for public and/or religious-based education as well as the network to implement that vision.
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EdD in Educational Leadership | Features
- Can be completed in 4 years
- Cohort-based learning model
- Rich and relevant curriculum in coordination with authentic learning experiences
- PreK-12 Administrative 1 Certification and Superintendent’s Letter of Eligibility options available
- Student-focused services and continuous support by dedicated methodologist, faculty, and staff
EdD in Educational Leadership | Learning Outcomes
This program fosters your love of learning and leading. You will expand your knowledge and hone your skills in instructional and administrative leadership through the application of scholarly research and your practitioner expertise to help you:
- Gain and refine leadership and management skills
- Analyze, develop, design, implement, and evaluate school plans of action
- Assess the needs and accomplishments of students, faculty, staff, and the larger society
Graduates of this program emerge ready to lead and influence positive change in several and various capacities.
EdD in Educational Leadership | Required Courses (57 Credits)
- EDU 700 Leadership in Education (3 Credits)
- EDU 705 Ethical Issues in Educational Leadership: A Franciscan Perspective
(3 Credits) - EDU 725 Instructional Supervision (3 Credits)
- EDU 730 Contemporary Issues in Education and Educational Leadership (3 Credits)
- EDU 735 Development of Curriculum and Instruction (3 Credits)
- EDU 740 Organizational Development and Change Theory (3 Credits)
- EDU 745 Fiscal Management in the Educational Environment (3 Credits)
- EDU 750 School Code and School Board Policies (3 Credits)
- EDU 755 School Business Management
(3 Credits) - EDU 765 Strategic Planning for the Diverse Learning and Teaching Environment
(3 Credits) - EDU 766 Program Evaluation (3 Credits)
- EDU 767 Research Design (3 Credits)
- EDU 770 Qualitative Research (3 Credits)
- EDU 775 Catholic School Leadership and Education (3 Credits) or EDU 776 The Principal as Instructional Leader (3 Credits)
- EDU 780 Quantitative Research (3 Credits)
- EDU 799 Comprehensive Examination
(3 Credits) - EDU 810 Dissertation Seminar I (3 Credits)
- EDU 820 Dissertation Seminar II (3 Credits)
- EDU 900 Doctoral Dissertation (3 Credits)
EdD in Educational Leadership | Tuition
Tuition is based on the number of credits students are enrolled in. For more information, visit the Office of Financial Assistance.
While Neumann is known for its competitive, affordable sticker price, we know that most graduates need financial assistance of some kind while enrolled in graduate school. For everything you need to know about your financial aid options, download our guide: Offsetting the Cost of Graduate School — Financial Aid for Graduate Students.
EdD in Educational Leadership | Admissions Requirements
Applicants must submit official transcripts from all institutions attended, a current resume, two (2) letters of recommendation and a graduate writing prompt.
For more information on admissions requirements at Neumann, visit our admissions page!
Program Features
- Accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
- Weeknight courses
- Ecumenical program that welcomes all faith traditions
- Integrates psychology and spirituality
- Caring, expert faculty-practitioners
2023 Cohorts
- Spring 2023 Cohort: Berks County (Berks County Intermediate Unit)
- Fall 2023 Cohort: Lancaster County
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What is an EdD in Educational Leadership?
A Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership is a degree program designed for current and emerging leaders in both traditional and nontraditional...
What is an EdD in Educational Leadership?
A Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership is a degree program designed for current and emerging leaders in both traditional and nontraditional education environments. An EdD in Educational Leadership prepares professionals to lead educational organizations and equips them to address challenges that educational leaders face.
Who should pursue an EdD in Educational Leadership?
An EdD in Educational Leadership is a strategic option for driven education professionals who want to secure a leadership position in a variety of...
Who should pursue an EdD in Educational Leadership?
An EdD in Educational Leadership is a strategic option for driven education professionals who want to secure a leadership position in a variety of educational settings. This doctorate degree prepares current and future leaders in the field to impact change and solve challenges in the education system.
What are some educational leadership jobs?
Students who have earned their EdD in Educational Leadership are able to assume leadership positions in schools and in a variety of educational agencies.
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What are some educational leadership jobs?
Students who have earned their EdD in Educational Leadership are able to assume leadership positions in schools and in a variety of educational agencies.
Here are a few of the most common positions EdD graduates can pursue upon earning their doctorate degree:
School Principal – Manage daily school activities, oversee faculty and staff, and provide a safe and productive educational environment.
Education Administrator – Direct and coordinate activities for faculty and staff, create school rules and policies, manage student admissions, financial aid, athletics, and more.
Superintendent – Lead entire school district; supervise principals and administrators, make district-wide curriculum decisions, represent district at community events
How long is the EdD in Educational Leadership?
The program can be completed in four years and must be completed in eight. A total of 60 credits of coursework at the doctoral level is required to...
How long is the EdD in Educational Leadership?
The program can be completed in four years and must be completed in eight. A total of 60 credits of coursework at the doctoral level is required to successfully complete the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership. Additional credits for a Pre K-12 Administrative I Certificate and/or a Superintendent’s Letter of Eligibility Certificate are curricular options.
What are the prerequisites for the Educational Leadership degree program?
A master’s degree is required to apply. No GRE is required with your application.
What do I need to apply to the Educational Leadership degree program?
- A completed Graduate Student Application online through the Neumann University web site at ...
What do I need to apply to the Educational Leadership degree program?
- A completed Graduate Student Application online through the Neumann University web site at https://www.neumann.edu/admissions/graduate/default.asp
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended (WES or ECE evaluated if international)
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae which documents work experience and demonstrated leadership in education or a related field
- Three official letters of recommendation
- Formal responses to each of the following questions
- “What is your instructional leadership philosophy?”
- “How does an administrator in her/his role as instructional leader foster successful teaching and learning in schools?”
- Interview with the Program Director
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