Education Doctorate in Executive Leadership (EdD)

The Education Doctorate in Executive Leadership (Ed.D.) Program is designed for managers and executives in education and other related organizations. This education program provides candidates with an opportunity to develop the critical leadership skills and knowledge that are required in today's increasingly complex, diverse, and information-driven organizations.

Program Highlights

• 60 credit hour program
• 28 month program (2 1/2 years) which includes writing and defending Dissertation
• Structured around working professionals
• Classes meet Friday evenings/Saturday (every other weekend)
• Tuition includes laptop computer and books
• Begins in Summer semester only

Program Locations

• St. John Fisher College
• Extension Site: The College of New Rochelle
  *All Ed.D. candidates at The College of New Rochelle will be required to take one course on the St. John Fisher College campus.

Admission Requirements

The Ed.D. Program in Executive Leadership admits a cohort of approximately 25 candidates each summer semester. Prospective candidates must apply by March 1.

Admission is limited to qualified candidates who have:

• Minimum of three years of successful management/administrative level experiences
• Completed a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education

Application Process

Please submit the following:

• Completed Admission Application [pdf] or Apply Online
• Official college transcripts documenting completion of a master's degree
• Two recommendations from successful leaders currently practicing in your profession or a related profession
• Supervisor's Performance Appraisal Form which documents employment history and performance for the most recent two years
• Three professional writing samples of no longer than five pages each, with the total not exceeding ten pages
• Current resume
• Concise essay of no more than one typed page, outlining the applicant's vision of leadership and reasons for applying to the program

Applicants who meet the above requirements will be required to:

• Participate in a formal interview process
• Provide an on-demand writing sample the day of the interview