Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership
University of Arizona

Program Details

The online Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership of the University of Arizona is available to the working adult student requiring ultimate flexibility in scheduling. This rigorous program will promote your professional abilities and leadership qualities through the perspective of social justice and community development. You will engage in research through not only individual projects, but group assignments, simulations, and case studies as well. The online doctorate in education leadership will include studies such as:

  • Policy analysis
  • Education law of Arizona
  • Organizational change and leadership

You will expand upon skills in critical evaluation and decision-making through data analysis, market-based research, and more. Your online education administration degree will conclude through a dissertation in practice, or, DiP, in which you will address and work through an identified issue or problem in your own professional practice. Apply your studies to working with diverse and vulnerable students and families. Become an educational leader in district offices, policy organizations, and schools. Lead and sustain continuous education improvements through a knowledgeable perspective with the University of Arizona online.

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100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Arizona is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Occupational License, Essay/Writing Sample, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Current employment as an administrator or previous leadership experience