The Educational Administration Doctor of Education degree program prepares individuals for leadership positions as assistant principals, principals, supervisors, assistant superintendents, superintendents, and state level personnel. The program emphasizes the application of theory and research to the practice of administration in P-12 schools as well as other educational policy arenas. The program prepares individuals to lead complex educational organizations in ways that improve schools, foster democratic communities, and promote those principles of education established by legally and nationally established mandates.