Doctorate Degree Programs in Education

Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership

Admission Requirements:

• Application for admission with a nonrefundable processing fee.
• Official transcripts in a registrar's sealed and stamped/signed envelope from the accredited colleges or universities that awarded the baccalaureate and master's degrees to the applicant.
• Three recommendations that attest to the applicant's academic abilities, character, and professional ability (letters on professional letterhead or forms provided are acceptable.)
• Scores from the Miller Analogies Test, the Graduate Record Examination (verbal and quantitative sections), or the Graduate Management Admissions Test. All tests must have been taken within the last five years.
• A 1,000- to 2,000-word statement of interest in the Organizational Leadership program addressing such topics as the candidate's view of leadership, ability to create followers, propensity to take risks, perseverance and demonstrated achievements, future career/life objectives, and reasons for pursuing a doctoral program.
• Personal interviews and an on-site writing sample are required for all qualified applicants who apply to the program.

Professional Clear (Tier II) Administrative Services Credential
This credential for California school administrators is available in conjunction with this doctoral program.

• In addition to the above requirements, applicants pursuing the credential will be required to submit the following:
• A photocopy of the applicant's Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.
• Confirmation of assignment to an administrative position.
• Statement of Responsibility (form is provided in the Application for Admission).

Accepted students for the Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership must:

• Have a personal laptop computer. Students will receive a list of required technical specifications. A laptop is required for all concentrations and is mandatory for participation in face-to-face sessions including new student orientations.
• Submit a nonrefundable $500 deposit that will be applied to the first term's tuition.
• Participate in a three-day community-building workshop and orientation meeting.