Graduate Faculty: Byung-In Seo, Crystal Laura, Chandra Cabraal
Content Designations: EDDL
The Ed.D. in Educational Leadership degree is designed to develop excellent educational leaders who are well rounded in research and theory in the organizational, sociological, legal, economic, political, philosophical, and historical foundations of education.
This program has been designed to prepare leaders for service in a variety of organizational settings. Components of the degree program include: the cohort model (wherein all candidates in the cohort begin and complete their core courses at the same time); application of theory to practice; action research; group presentations; theme-based and program-based seminars; frequent colloquia; and many other experiences deemed current and appropriate for doctoral students. Our expectations are that candidates completing the program will be prepared as knowledgeable and skilled practitioners fully equipped for success in a dynamic and changing world.
Applicants are expected to demonstrate acumen in writing, problem solving, data analysis, and the use of educational technology. Further, applicants are expected to demonstrate understanding of the principles, modes of inquiry, and content of educational administration and supervision.
Application Procedures
To apply for admission to this program, candidates should go to: https://www.csu.edu/graduateschool/ and then follow the instructions provided on this homepage in submitting their application online. Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended, (except CSU), are required. Questions about the application process should be directed to the Office of Graduate and Professional Studies at Chicago State University, (773) 995-2404 or grad-admissions@csu.edu