Educational Administration (Ed.D.) Program Curriculum & Admission Requirements
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Coursework
Comprehensive examination
Dissertation
Program Curriculum
The program’s curriculum reflects the needs and aspirations of each student, and prepares researchers, teachers and educational leaders for a variety of settings. The student will work closely with an advisor to determine a plan of study. The curriculum requirements outlined below are the minimum required for the school district leadership endorsement. Additional courses may be added to complete the building-level endorsement.
Core Requirements
Courses
Research Requirements
Courses
Dissertation Requirements
Courses
Please note, this is a potential plan of study. Please consult with your faculty advisor before enrolling. Individuals who have completed an Educational Specialist degree program and have already earned district level licensure endorsement are not required to complete ELPS 995: District Level Field Experience.
Graduate Admission
Applicants must have a master’s degree or equivalent with at least a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. International applicants are strongly encouraged to complete the application process well in advance of the application deadlines, in order to ensure adequate time for processing of visa related paperwork. Meeting minimum admission standards does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants are strongly advised to contact one (or more) of the faculty members in the department prior to applying for the doctoral program. This cohort program begins in June of each year.
Application Deadlines
Application Checklist
Ed.D. in Educational Administration
Applicants are required to submit the following materials and meet the following requirements before the application deadline:
List
Online application
Complete through the KU Office of Graduate Admissions
Transcripts
One official copy of academic transcripts from each college or university attended
English translation of transcripts
Official transcripts from an international university must include an English translation
GRE exam scores (optional)
Official copy of scores no older than five years
Resume or CV
Statement of purpose
Please submit a succinct statement of purpose, no more than five pages in length. Click the link above for details.
Writing sample
An article, paper, or other composition
Letters of recommendation
Three names and email addresses of persons to be asked to complete letters of recommendation: one should be from the applicant’s immediate supervisor and at least one of the others should be from a professor
Proof of English proficiency
Non-native English speakers must demonstrate English proficiency
Application fee
$65 for U.S. residents, $85 for international applicants.
Admission & Curriculum Resources
The online application is designed to give applicants the ability to submit all supporting documents in one form. We invite you to explore our graduate degree information, review our student resources, and learn more on our knowledgeable faculty and the vibrant community of Lawrence, Kansas.
Program Faculty

Jennifer Bessolo

Argun Saatcioglu