Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership - Special Education

The Doctoral degree in Educational Leadership program is committed to creating leaders with the knowledge and skills to make educational institutions better places for children, adolescents, and adults of all ages.

The program with its specializations, lays the foundation for careers in a variety of educational settings: PK-12, community colleges, vocational schools, and universities. The program is oriented toward the application of theory and knowledge derived from researching practical problems.

This program is a member of the Carnegie Project on Education Doctorate (CPED).
The Doctor of Education degree emphasizes preparation for leadership careers in a variety of settings in the field of education: PK-12 education, community colleges, vocational schools, and universities. Additionally, graduates may secure faculty positions in Educational Leadership departments at universities. With the EdD in Educational Leadership you can become a postsecondary education administrator that will oversee student services, academics, and faculty research at colleges and universities.

To be admitted to the doctoral program in educational leadership, prospective candidates must first meet all requirements for graduate admission to UT Rio Grande Valley, as well as the other requirements listed below:
Master's degree in Education or related field with a minimum GPA of 3.25
Three professional letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources (one person must be your current supervisor, another with a terminal degree who can attest to your academic ability, and a person of your choice).
Applicant Statement - maximum of five pages double spaced, including the following headings: Purpose for Pursuing an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, Description of Professional Goals, and Commitment and Dedication.
Resume showing professional presentations, publications, grants, recognitions (e.g., honors and awards for leadership, teaching, academics), five years full- time leadership, supervisory experiences, or classroom experience (college/university level, school/district, business, military, regional, state-level, international, other), leadership activity in community organizations, professional associations, or community service
A writing sample following the guideline provided by the program, write an essay that describes your credentials for admission to the Educational Leadership Doctoral Program (Ed. D.) and advocate for yourself. Present your case by describing specific characteristics or experiences that set you apart from other applicants.
Participation of finalists in the program's Assessment Center, which will assist in evaluating the applicant's verbal, written, and analytical skills


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