Program Overview

Program Overview

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in K-12 Educational Leadership is a cohort-based, practitioner-oriented doctoral program designed for leaders of schools, educational systems, and agencies. This program is tailored for dedicated working education professionals and features weekend scheduling to accommodate their needs.

Program Objectives

The Ed.D. program prepares highly qualified practitioners to lead K-12 education institutions, refining their skills for executive positions in public, Christian, and private educational systems or agencies.

Curriculum

The Ed.D. curriculum includes a structured clinical experience that fulfills the requirements for Superintendent Certification in Texas.

Program Structure

• The program is cohort-based, indicating that students progress through the curriculum as a group.
  • This structure supports a collaborative learning environment and fosters professional relationships among peers.
• The program is designed with weekend scheduling, catering to the needs of working education professionals.
  • This scheduling allows participants to balance their professional obligations with academic pursuits.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Ed.D. program are equipped to assume leadership roles in K-12 educational institutions, including positions in public, Christian, and private educational systems or agencies. The program's focus on refining skills for executive positions prepares graduates for advanced roles such as superintendents.