Plymouth State University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Doctor of Education in Learning, Leadership, and Community

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Plymouth State University's Doctor of Education in Learning, Leadership, and Community creates an environment for students to engage in collaborative inquiry, focused scholarship, and applied research. The Doctor of Education degree is oriented to the improvement of professional practice by extending the knowledge, expertise, and skill of candidates through the application of research to leadership issues.
Experienced practitioners and professionals, including teachers, administrators, counselors, and individuals in higher education, related community agencies, and organizations, will be prepared to become system leaders and agents of change in their communities and will be ready to advance their professional careers.
This program follows a cohort model, a peer group with whom you'll take your eight required core doctoral courses. You can apply to either a year-round cohort or a summer cohort depending on your distance from the Plymouth campus, your flexibility with course scheduling, and the speed with which you intend to complete your degree. The summer cohorts form in "even" years (2012, 2014, etc.) and the year-round cohorts form in "odd" years (2011, 2013, etc.).
The curriculum consists of the eight core doctoral courses (which must be taken in residence at PSU), approximately nine courses in a specialization area (which may be transferred from a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) program), and nine credits of dissertation work.
Completed applications must be received online annually by April 15th for admittance consideration.

Accreditation:

Plymouth State University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants to the EdD program are required to participate in an on-campus interview conducted by the doctoral admissions committee.

International Student Requirements:

International Doctor of Education students must have proof of English level proficiency through either the TOEFL, IELTS, or ELS Level 112 scores. In addition, you must provide an I-134 Affidavit of Financial Support Form. Documents, including bank statements and other financial documents dated within the past 30 days, that confirm you have the financial resources to study for a year at Plymouth State must be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies. You must also include a copy of your valid passport with your application materials. Finally, you must also submit official, notarized transcripts, verifying that you've completed at least a baccalaureate degree, which must be translated into English and evaluated for institutional equivalency.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Remote Town

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999