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Doctor of education (Ed.D.)
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Doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.)
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| Purpose |
Preparation as a practitioner
scholar. Most graduates will assume or continue roles as leaders in
PreK-12 education and related arenas of practice (e.g., state departments
of education). The Ed.D. curriculum emphasizes a broad scope of knowledge
and skills related to understanding the context of schooling, leading educational
organizations, understanding and utilizing research, and evaluating program
effectiveness. Some graduates may assume positions in higher education institutions
with a primary focus on teaching and the development of educational administrators
and other leaders. |
Preparation as a researcher.
Most graduates will assume positions in which research in educational
administration, policy research, or related areas is a primary focus of
their work. The Ph.D. curriculum emphasizes more breadth and depth in theory
and research methodology than the Ed.D. Also emphasized is deeper knowledge
about specific topical areas in which students anticipate developing a long-term
research and teaching interest. Graduates will be prepared for positions
in higher education institutions in which research is a primary focus. |
| Thesis |
Field study (12 thesis
credits). Inquiry focused on a problem of practice. Often the Ed.D. thesis
takes the form of an evaluation. |
Dissertation (24 thesis
credits). Inquiry grounded in theory, culminating in a contribution to the
knowledge base of educational policy and administration. |
| Instructional delivery |
Metro area cohorts:
Cohort based (some course are taken with students from other programs)
All core courses taught by U of M faculty
All thesis advising by U of M faculty
Courses delivered in concentrated blocks during summer; one full day
every other week during fall and sping (e.g., every other Thursday)
Courses taught on Twin Cities campus
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Adviser-guided, individualized
program (coursework is usually taken with students from other program
tracks within the department) All core courses taught by U of M faculty
All thesis advising by U of M faculty
Courses delivered on the Twin Cities campus, usually in a standard once-
or twice-a-week format for each course. Most courses are held in the evening;
occasionally there may be courses on Saturday.
Full time students typically take 9-12 credits each semester; part time
students typically take 3-6 credits each semester
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| Admission criteria |
Preferred performance levels:
GRE 500-500-4.5
GPA undergraduate 3.0; graduate 3.5
Required:
Review of transcripts
Statement of purpose and essays
Letters of support
Up-to-date resume
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Preferred performance levels:
GRE 500-500-4.5
GPA undergraduate 3.0; graduate 3.5
Required:
Review of transcripts
Statement of purpose and essays
Letters of support
Up-to-date resume
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| Total degree minimum |
64 |
40 coursework credits (semester)
(plus 12 transfer credits from previous graduate work)
12 thesis credits (semester) |
76 |
52 coursework credits (semester)
24 thesis credits (semester) |
| Outside EDPA credits |
Coursework must include 12 credits with designations
other than EDPA. These credits would include any methodology courses required
in the EDPA program but taken in other departments. |
Coursework must include 12 credits with designations
other than EDPA. These credits would include any methodology courses required
in the EDPA program but taken in other departments. |
| Transfer policy |
Up to 12 credits approved by faculty adviser.
Credits approved for transfer must have been taken within 10 years of
the program approval date.
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Up to 9 credits of prior coursework may be approved by a faculty adviser;
up to 18 credits if inclusive of 9 prior U of M EDPA graduate credits.
Syllabus or equivalent required for approval of coursework from other
institutions.
Under exceptional circumstances, advisers may advocate that additional
credits from other institutions be accepted by means of special petition.
Credits approved for transfer must have been taken within 10 years of
the program approval date.
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| Principles for adviser approval of program credits |
Methodology coursework to support thesis.
Coursework to support student-specific leadership practice.
U of M graduate level coursework criteria.
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Core knowledge in field of ed admin.
Extensive research preparation, including methods courses to support
thesis.
Depth of knowledge in expert area.
Opportunity for teaching and research practicum or equivalent experiences.
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