Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education
School of Education
Leadership in Educational Administration Specialization
Conduct your own doctoral research in the challenging, growing field of P–12 administration, and develop the skills to translate theory into effective, innovative leadership practices. This specialization is one of very few online programs that is state-approved, a requirement for principal or superintendent licensure in a number of states. It is also aligned with standards of the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC). Throughout the program, you will develop a professional portfolio that demonstrates your doctoral competencies to current and future employers. People who choose this specialization include those pursuing leadership positions such as principal, director, or superintendent at the district level, or higher education faculty positions.
The residential colloquia experience
As a doctoral learner, you will attend three one-week colloquia at specific stages in your program, in addition to your online courses. These energizing residencies provide you with insights and knowledge that will be valuable during your doctoral studies and beyond. Learn more about residential colloquia:
Total Program:
120
quarter credits
Next Start Date: Call for date
Cost Per Quarter:
$4,335.00
78% of our learners receive aid.
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Core Courses
- ED8007 - Leading Innovation - 4 quarter credits
- ED8113 - Advanced Study in Research Methods - 4 quarter credits
- ED8119 - Advanced Practicum in Research Design* - 4 quarter credits
Specialization Courses
- ED7820 - Principles of Educational Administration - 4 quarter credits
- ED8111 - The Historical and Social Foundations of Education - 4 quarter credits
- ED7822 - The Funding of Educational Institutions* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7823 - Education and the Law* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7541 - Teacher Supervision and Evaluation* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7545 - Special Education Administration* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7542 - The Politics of P–12 Education* - 4 quarter credits
- In addition, choose one of the following leadership options:
- For learners seeking principal licensure:
- ED7852 - P–12 Principalship* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7901 - Internship in Educational Administration I* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7902 - Internship in Educational Administration II* - 4 quarter credits
- For learners seeking superintendent licensure:
- ED7543 - The Superintendency* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7903 - Internship in the Superintendency I* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7904 - Internship in the Superintendency II* - 4 quarter credits
- ED9919 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination* - 4 quarter credits
- ED9920 - Dissertation Courseroom* - non-credit
- ED9921 - Dissertation Research 1* - 5 quarter credits
- ED9922 - Dissertation Research 2* - 5 quarter credits
- ED9923 - Dissertation Research 3* - 5 quarter credits
- ED9924 - Dissertation Research 4* - 5 quarter credits
Eleven Elective Courses
- Recommended elective courses
- ED7544 - Introduction to School Business Administration - 4 quarter credits
- ED8812 - The Governance of Educational Institutions - 4 quarter credits
- ED7310 - Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Educational Process - 4 quarter credits
- ED8100 - The Future of Educational Institutions: Topics and Trends - 4 quarter credits
- ED7818 - The Future of Teaching and Learning: Issues for the Educational Leader - 4 quarter credits
- ED7106 - Curriculum Development - 4 quarter credits
- ED7857 - Personnel Administration - 4 quarter credits
- ED8115 - Advanced Quantitative Research Methods* - 4 quarter credits
- ED8117 - Advanced Qualitative Research Methods* - 4 quarter credits
- HS5334 - Ethnic and Cultural Awareness - 4 quarter credits
- OR
- Choose any graduate courses
* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.
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Admission to the Leadership in Educational Administration specialization requires learners to complete and submit the Capella University School of Education Certification of Teaching Experience form located at www.capella.edu/aspscripts/schools/TeachingExperience.pdf. Completing and submitting the pre-assessment is also part of the application process.
Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, certification, or endorsement. State regulations vary. It is learners' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements for their state.
State regulations vary regarding course requirements for professional licensure. For assistance with state-mandated course requirements for licensure, contact the appropriate school representative.
Leaners who have already taken an internship and who have the principal or superintendent license/certificate may petition the faculty chair to replace the internship with electives.
Learners seeking endorsement for Minnesota superintendency must take ED8910. Learners seeking endorsement for the Minnesota principalship must take ED8911.
Learners seeking licensure in Arizona must secure a Structured English Immersion endorsement (SEI). Capella University has an alliance with Rio Salado College regarding course work for the SEI endorsement. Learners needing this endorsement should contact academicadvisement@mail.riosalado.edu to discuss the necessary courses and the application process at Rio Salado College.
Prior to enrollment, Washington state learners are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 360.725.6320 or profed@k12.wa.us to determine teacher certification or endorsement requirements, and contact their school district regarding qualifications for salary advancement.
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