Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership
Minimum requirements for admission include:
- An earned baccalaureate degree and master’s degree from accredited institutions of higher education with a GPA in upper division and graduate study of 3.0 or above
- Sufficient preparation and experience pertinent to educational leadership to benefit from the program
- Submission of Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores on the three GRE tests, taken within the last five years
- Demonstrated educational leadership potential and skills, including successful experience in school, postsecondary, community and/or policy leadership
- Demonstrated academic excellence, problem-solving ability and an interest in critically assessing and bringing about improvements within current educational policies and practices
- Three confidential recommendation forms attesting to the leadership ability and scholarship of the candidate
- A written statement of purpose reflecting understanding of the challenges facing the public schools or community colleges/institutions of higher education in California
- Professional resume
- Examples of professional writing
- Response to a writing prompt administered on-campus prior to the interview
- Interview with the Admissions Committee
- Meeting the minimum requirements qualifies an individual for consideration, but does not guarantee admission to the Program. Admission will be granted on a competitive basis. The Ed.D. in Educational Leadership will not include a foreign language requirement.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
California State University Fullerton (CSUF) offers strong job opportunities, particularly in fields like Business Administration, Computer Science, and Communications. The university also boasts strong programs in areas such as Biology, Cinema and Television Arts, English, and Engineering. CSUF's location in Southern California provides access to a wide range of industries and potential employers.
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Alumni Network:
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Overall, CSUF provides a solid foundation for career success due to its strong programs, location, and emphasis on preparing students for the workforce.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
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Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
You must meet the following requirements:
- The minimum English language proficiency is determined by your graduate program.
- Above-average class standing at an internationally accredited college or university: the equivalent of at least a 3.0-grade point average on a 4.0 scale is recommended.
- Note: Some master's programs have additional requirements, such as department applications, letters of recommendation, portfolios, auditions, or tests (e.g., GMAT, GRE, MAT). Graduate applicants should check with their graduate departmentsOpens in the new window for additional requirements and deadlines. Engineering and Computer Science applicants please click HERE for details regarding the application process.
- Graduate students may request to apply a limited amount of transfer coursework towards unit requirements for a master's degree.
TOEFL , paper-delivered Test = 550
TOEFL , internet-based Test (iBT) = 80
IELTS Academic Test = 6.5
PTE Academic Test = 58
Duolingo English Test = 110
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Doctoral Degree/PhD
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
114792 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 70 USD