Program Highlights

- Doctoral candidates remain together as a cohort group throughout the program.

- All classes meet five times per semester on Fridays and Saturdays.

- All classes are presented in a seminar format that combines theory and application. The program is designed to accomodate your work schedule.

- The fall retreat takes place at a mountain camp each September or October. During the three-day retreat, we invite guest speakers, former doctoral students, and professional consultants to provide additional help and advice related to leadership skills, writing the dissertation and research topics.

Superintendent's Letter of Eligibility

Candidates who satisfactorily complete this program, along with the first three chapters of their dissertation, may then apply for the Superintendent's Letter of Eligibility. The Pennsylvania State Department of Education also requires five years of educational administrative experience.

Candidates who satisfactorily complete this program and are not eligible for the Superintendent's Letter of Eligibility can still receive the D.Ed. in Administration and Leadership.