Interdisciplinary Leadership Ed.D

Leaders are the backbone of organizations and communities across the nation. The Interdisciplinary Leadership Doctoral (INLD) program prepares advanced leaders to meet real-world problems and issues with sophisticated, multi-dimensional solutions. Our doctorate in education (Ed.D.) is designed for working professionals who are looking to positively impact the communities in which they serve. In this program, you will gain advanced theoretical perspectives of leadership, prepare to make data-informed decisions and utilize foresight in strategic planning in both the public and private sectors. Through coursework, research, and a culminating project, you will be able to lead in situations requiring an understanding of advanced knowledge of both the theory and practice of leadership.

Applicants will meet with an admissions committee comprised of at least three faculty prior to acceptance into the program. Applicants will be evaluated for admission on the basis of their academic potential and the admission criteria. Applicants seeking to enroll in the Superintendent concentration of this Ed.D. program, must have completed a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Educational Administration or Principalship.In addition to meeting university admission criteria, applicants must:submit a statement describing personal and professional goals for seeking an Ed.D. in Interdisciplinary Leadership along with a vita or resume summarizing prior education and employment history and pertinent professional activities;a master’s degree from an accredited institution and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0;two letters of recommendation by professionals (Two must be from faculty members who have worked extensively with the applicant. The third letter may be from another faculty member or other professional); andan interview with a faculty admissions committee.