EdD in Educational Leadership for Social Justice in Hayward United States | California State University, East Bay

California State University, East Bay | Hayward United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 16,359
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The Educational Leadership for Social Justice (ELSJ) Doctoral Program aims to equip educators and school professionals for top leadership roles. Its core purpose is to empower these individuals to become courageous, socially conscious catalysts for meaningful change. Program graduates will be prepared to address disparities in educational access affecting White students, students of color, and those disadvantaged by gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or disabilities.

Through theoretical frameworks, research methodologies, and practical applications, the program fosters a collaborative environment where students gain profound insights into their roles as educators, administrators, knowledge creators, and policy influencers. Participants cultivate the expertise, competencies, and critical thinking needed to enhance learning outcomes for every student.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

A bachelor's degree and a master's degree from an accredited institution with a GPA in graduate study of 3.0 or above.
Graduate Record Examination scores within the past 5 years
Three confidential recommendation forms
Professional resume
Written response to a writing prompt about school effectiveness
Documented professional or personal commitment to equity and social justice
Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities in education or closely related field
Professional experiences that demonstrate problem-solving ability and an interest in critically assessing current educational policies and practices

English language demonstration is required for all applicants processed in International Admissions. We accept the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT version or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic version of the exams.
TOEFL iBT Total Score - 80
IELTS Academic Overall Score - 6.5

Tuition USD 16,359

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