Macomb,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership in Moline United States | Western Illinois University
Western Illinois University
|
Moline United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
10,123
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The School of Education provides an extensive graduate program in educational leadership, allowing students to pursue a Master of Science in Education (MS Ed.), Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree, or Educational Doctorate (Ed.D.). The master's curriculum focuses on foundational knowledge and skills for aspiring educational leaders. At the specialist level, programs build upon this foundation while incorporating advanced elements for professional development, including specialized training for superintendent roles. The doctoral program cultivates instructional leadership through collaborative, research-driven learning that connects theory, practice, and policy awareness to address real-world challenges in education. The school also offers principal and superintendent licensure programs.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants for admission to the Doctorate of Education degree program in Educational Leadership must:
Have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
Hold a master's degree in educational leadership (or equivalent) from an institution that is accredited by the appropriate U.S. Department of Education regional institutional accrediting agency. Generally, students will be school district administrators (principals, assistant principals, curriculum directors, assistant superintendents, superintendents, or equivalent administrative position in an educational field).
Submit two recommendations including one from a superior and a subordinate
Submit a current vita or resume.
Submit official transcripts (one copy of each) documenting bachelor's degree and all graduate level coursework attempted be sent directly to the School of Graduate Studies from the credit-granting institution.
The screening committee will evaluate the transcripts, vita or resume, and recommendations of each applicant to determine the candidates that will be invited to campus for interviews.
IELTS - 6.0, TOEFL IBT - 73, PTE Academic score of at least 49.
Have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
Hold a master's degree in educational leadership (or equivalent) from an institution that is accredited by the appropriate U.S. Department of Education regional institutional accrediting agency. Generally, students will be school district administrators (principals, assistant principals, curriculum directors, assistant superintendents, superintendents, or equivalent administrative position in an educational field).
Submit two recommendations including one from a superior and a subordinate
Submit a current vita or resume.
Submit official transcripts (one copy of each) documenting bachelor's degree and all graduate level coursework attempted be sent directly to the School of Graduate Studies from the credit-granting institution.
The screening committee will evaluate the transcripts, vita or resume, and recommendations of each applicant to determine the candidates that will be invited to campus for interviews.
IELTS - 6.0, TOEFL IBT - 73, PTE Academic score of at least 49.
Tuition
USD
10,123