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Educational Leadership and Policy Prospective Students On-Campus Ph.D.

On-Campus Ph.D.

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Imagine yourself as a faculty member at one of the nation’s leading research institutions or developing education policy alongside leaders in the field. We designed our on-campus doctorate in educational leadership for future faculty, policy analysts, and researchers. 

You can make a meaningful impact on education.

Program Overview

In this program, you’ll master quantitative and qualitative research methodologies while gaining a deep understanding of educational systems from policy to classroom application. By combining concepts from school administration, school finance, and public policy, our program prepares graduates for academic or research-based positions. 

Students establish an independent research agenda, develop the ability to contribute to the scholarly literature, and form a connection to policy evaluation. Through dynamic coursework that prepares students to take their qualifying exams before proceeding to the dissertation, our program cultivates a comprehensive skill set that empowers students to thrive after graduation.

While completion time varies from student to student, many of our graduates complete their doctorate in educational leadership in four years. We require all applicants to submit GRE scores as part of their application.

 

Doctorate in Educational Leadership Core Curriculum

Our Ph.D. curriculum grounds students in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies while providing a robust understanding of educational systems — from the policy governing them to applied practice at the school and classroom levels. Nationally recognized education scholars lead regularly updated courses to ensure our students graduate with the most applicable knowledge for our educational environment. 

During their time in the program, our students are trained in the latest research techniques and skills. They are supported to present and publish their research, engage with other scholars nationally, and support educational practice locally and nationwide. The UF College of Education includes many centers, institutes, and affiliates working to meet the nation’s varied and fast-changing educational needs. The Education Policy Research Center (EPRC) and Early Childhood Policy Centers Collaborative are two such groups that students working on their doctorate in educational leadership may collaborate with.

Pathways to Meet Your Professional Goals

The UF doctorate in educational leadership with a concentration in education policy welcomes full- and part-time students. Whether you are coming directly from undergraduate studies, have been working a few years, or are looking for a mid-career change, our Ph.D. program provides rigorous training in the latest education research to empower you to provide evidence-based insights for improving educational outcomes. 

Ready to take the next step? Contact us to learn more about starting your journey to become a leader in educational innovation.

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    Ph.D. in Educational Leadership Program Requirements

    • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a degree deemed equivalent by the University of Florida Office of Admissions.
    • A minimum grade point average of 3.0 upper-division (last 60 credits) undergraduate work.
    • An acceptable grade point average for previous graduate work.
    • A score submission for the Graduate Records Examination (GRE), both the verbal and quantitative sections.

    Program Highlights

    Entry: Fall
    Typical Course Load: Varies
    Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time or Part-time
    Average Class Size: 10-15
    Application Deadline: January 31st
    Program Completion: ~4 years
    Ph.D. Program of Study (PDF)