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Ed.D. in Educational Leadership. Tarleton State University. Purpose and Focus of the Ed.D. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership
Purpose and Focus of the Ed.D.
The Ed.D. program is designed to expand the knowledge of the students while adding
knowledge to the profession through high quality research and applied scholarship. The
focus of the program is on educational leaders in the PK-16 setting.
AVAILABLEAPPROACHABLE
AFFORDABLE
Why Tarleton?
Available
Convenient locationsHybrid (online & face-to-face) instruction on weeknights
and weekendsCourse schedules tailored to working professionals
Approachable
Student-centered, relevant coursesEngaged facultyCollaborative learning environmentDoctoral cohort model
Affordable
Resident Tuition & Fees
(6 SCH)
Rates are based on the 2014 fall semester classes, are estimates, and are subject to change. Course-specific and optional fees are excluded. The university tuition & fee calculator was used to calculate this figure.
$1,993.60
Average Resident Full-Time (9 SCH) Graduate Tuition & Fees at Texas Public Universities
Institution (41 total)
Avg. Yearly Tuition & Fees
1. UT – Dallas $11,940
2. UT – Austin $10,9183. Univ. of Houston $8,6044. UT - Arlington $8,000
11. Univ. of North Texas $5,242
14. Texas A&M – Commerce $4,960
36. Tarleton $3,311
Average
$4,789
Data from IPEDS (nces.ed.gov/ipeds/) 2012-2013
60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS (SCH) PLUS DISSERTATION
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership Curriculum
Curriculum Overview
Educational Leadership Core (27 SCH)Research Tools (12 SCH)Electives & Specialization (21 SCH)Qualifying ExamDissertation (12 SCH)
Doctoral course work may include participation in structured and unstructured activities at off-site locations. Students should be prepared for the outside
activities, the time involved, and the related expenses.
Educational Leadership Core (27 SCH)
Historical & Theoretical FoundationsPhilosophy & EthicsLaw & PolicyData Analysis & Organizational ImprovementOrganizational LeadershipPolitics & GovernanceCritical Issues
Research Tools (12 SCH)
Foundations of StatisticsResearch MethodsInquiry IInquiry II
Possible Specialization & Elective Areas (21 SCH)
Principal CertificationSuperintendent
CertificationHigher Education
LeadershipDiagnostician
Certification
Cognate Areas Curriculum Gifted/Talented Reading Educational Technology
Others
Other Experiences
Diversity InstituteWashington, DC InstitutePresentations/publications with faculty Others (e.g., Professional Meetings)
Qualifying Exam
Based on program objectivesStudents take exam after completing the leadership
core and prior to dissertation proposal
Dissertation (12 SCH)
A thorough study of a problem in educational leadership investigated in a scientific manner with the assistance of a
three-member dissertation committee selected by the student.
APPLICATION PACKETSELECTION PROCESS
How to Apply
Application Guidelines
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Submit materials to College of Graduate Studies
Regularly check application status (particularly references)
Must meet deadlines
Application Deadlines November 1 - Early
application deadline Admitted students may
begin taking electives in Spring
April 1 - General application deadline Admitted students begin
core coursework with cohort in Summer
Application Packet
• Online application• Apply at www.tarleton.edu/edlps/doctoralapplication.htmlDoctoral Application
• $30 to College of Graduate Studies (within online application)Application Fee
• Master’s degree from accredited institution• Min. of 18 hrs. coursework in admin., management, or
leadership (or equivalent)Official Transcripts
• Minimum of 4 (using Letter of Reference Template)• At least 2 from individuals that hold doctoral degrees Letters of Reference
• Scores from last 5 yearsGRE Scores
• Single pdf file with 3 components (details on next slide)Electronic Portfolio
Electronic Portfolio
Electronic portfolio components (in single pdf file) Letter of introduction (1 page maximum) Resume or curriculum vita
Should be detailed & comprehensive Include all roles and accomplishments (e.g., honors, leadership roles,
professional memberships) Statement of purpose in pursuing this doctoral degree. Describe
how your previous experiences and future aspirations factor into your purpose (in 600 words or fewer)
Three Stage Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can certification course work be applied
toward the Ed.D.?
Yes, under two conditions:1. The coursework must not
apply toward another degree.
2. The coursework cannot be older than 10 years. Certification coursework would apply toward the Specialization Area credits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I transfer hours from another
university?
A student may transfer a maximum of 12 SCH as long as it is graduate-level course work that supports the student’s course of study as determined by the advisor. Transferred coursework may not replace any of the leadership core.
Frequently Asked Questions
If I am able, may I take more courses than
recommended in the typical curriculum?
Yes, the doctoral-only coursework is sequenced, but electives are not. Experienced students will tell you that electives should be taken as soon as possible in the program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the qualifying examination a written exam or an oral exam?
Both. The written component is a 2-day exam that covers the course content as identified in the course & program objectives. The oral follow-up exam is approximately 1 hour in length.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the doctoral-only courses
be offered?
Coursework will be offered on Wednesday evenings and weekends to accommodate working professionals. In the summer, courses will be offered on Wednesday evenings and selected Fridays and Saturdays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are any of the courses delivered off-site or via
distance education?
Doctoral-only courses will be delivered in Fort Worth, Stephenville, or Waco, contingent upon adequate enrollment. Although many of the courses are delivered in a hybrid format (mixture of online & face-to-face), we currently do not offer any of our leadership core coursework entirely online.
Questions?
Contact Dr. Lesley Leach, Doctoral Program Coordinator [email protected] 254-968-1938
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