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Admission into the Program Admission Terms Students are eligible for enrollment in the fall semester only. All application materials must be received or postmarked by the final deadline of June 30th. Application Requirements High Point University has established rigorous admission requirements for the Ed.D. in Educational Leadership. To be considered for admission, applicants must submit the following: 1. A completed online application submitted through High Point University Graduate School;
Dr. Mariann Tillery Professor of Education Department Chair, Leadership Studies 335.841.9286 mtillery@highpoint.edu
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he doctoral program in Educational Leadership engages adult learners in a rigorous, creative and meaningful learning experience. The program is practitioner-based, and built upon professional experiences that focus on transformational leaders who strive to create educational systems that are grounded in research, are culturally responsive, strategic, and ultimately improve student learning. Our doctoral programs are designed for those individuals. The 60-hour program of study reflects the visionary thinking needed for leadership in today’s 21st century educational organizations. It emphasizes effective leadership, including strategic planning, using data to make instructional improvements, building a culture of trust, and understanding how theory guides the educational leader to solve problems of practice. Candidates enrolled in the doctoral program are provided with two separate areas of concentration from which to choose. Adult learners enrolled in the Administration concentration will take coursework designed to prepare them for careers in upper-level administrative roles. The Instructional Leadership concentration is designed for candidates who may wish to continue serving in an instructional role and focuses on curriculum development, culturally relevant pedagogy, supervision and evaluation of instructional programs.
2. Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all college coursework excluding High Point University*, a minimum GPA of 3.0 for the earned Master’s degree is required; The earned Master’s degree must be in professional education (or related field) from a regionally accredited university. If you have attended High Point University you must include it on your application. The Graduate School will request that transcript for you once application is submitted; 3. All professional School Administration/Teaching or other professional licenses (if applicable); 4. A current curriculum vita outlining significant leadership activities and involvement in professional organizations, professional presentations, or district-level initiatives; 5. Three professional or academic reference reports; 6. Written essay addressing previous reserach, work, and life experiences which have prepared you for the Doctor of Education program at High Point University. *If you have attended High Point University you do not need to in-
clude your HPU transcript with your application. The Office of Graduate Admissions will request that transcript for you once applica tion is submitted.
