Kalamazoo,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Educational Leadership in Kalamazoo United States | Western Michigan University
Western Michigan University
|
Kalamazoo United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
14,570
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Educational Leadership is designed for professionals in K-12 education, higher education, workforce training, or other adult learning environments. Students can choose from four specialized tracks: (1) Higher Education Leadership, (2) K-12 Administration, (3) Organizational Analysis, and (4) Workforce Education and Development, each with distinct curriculum requirements detailed below.
This program aims to develop visionary leaders capable of driving meaningful change in educational systems, particularly in serving historically underserved student populations. Graduates will enhance their research capabilities, contributing valuable insights to address the evolving challenges confronting modern educational institutions.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission to the PhD in Educational Leadership requires that students submit the following information within WMUs online graduate application and meet the established criteria including
A masters degree from an accredited institution indicated on an official transcript
An overall grade point average of at least 3.0 for all graduate work undertaken beyond the bachelors degree
Official transcripts as required by WMU
A Career and Professional Goals Written Narrative in which an applicant clearly describes his OR her professional goals and how this doctoral program fits with those goals
Graduate Reference Forms completed by three different individuals who can address an applicants ability to successfully complete doctoral level work
A Professional Vitae or Resume
Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL 80 iBT graduate.
TOEFL Essential 8 Graduate.
International English Language Testing System IELTS Academic - 6.5 graduate.
Pearson Test of English Academic Module PTE - 54 graduate.
Tuition
USD
14,570