Accelerate your career by completing our 100% online doctoral program with a K-12 public school administration emphasis. The Doctorate in Educational Administration (Ed.D.) degree at A&M-Commerce is specifically designed for aspiring and current Texas principals and superintendents who desire to improve their expertise in the field of education. Participation in our program gives students opportunities to build strong communication skills, conduct research, engage in leadership development and network with peers, all at an affordable cost. Our practitioner-based faculty take pride in delivering high-quality instruction in one of the largest educational administration programs in the state. Apply today!
Where It Is Offered
Online
Duration4 Years
Foreign LanguageNone
Delivery
Fully Online, Only Offered Online (100% Online)
Doctor of Education in Educational Administration :: SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED WITH A DEGREE IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION
SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED WITH A DEGREE IN Educational Administration
Authentic Learning Experiences
You will engage in practical, real-world learning experiences to build your competence and skills. All students must complete a residency that includes conference attendance and a research presentation.
Educational Success
We are known for quality instruction and a student-centered approach. Join the ranks of our graduates who have become successful leaders in the educational community.
Increase Your Network
Build relationships with other professionals in the classroom and at special events. A strong network enables you to do more thanks to the contributions of your friends and peers. Our unique cohort enrollment system allows many networking opportunities with other leaders.
Accomplished Faculty
Enjoy the opportunity to learn from home with guidance and mentorship from experienced researchers and practitioners.
Earn a certificate as part of your graduate curriculum. Nine of the 15 hours required for Superintendent Certification can be counted toward your doctoral degree. Certificates provide recognition of your skills and expand your job opportunities.
Become a respected leader in Texas school districts through our Superintendent Certification. Work with our renowned faculty as you study school finance, facility planning, employee management and human resources.
Doctor of Education in Educational Administration :: FEATURED COURSES
Featured Courses
Social Justice through Education PolicyEDAD 697
Gain knowledge about issues impacting educational equity in PK-12 and postsecondary settings, and how advocates can influence education policy through the Texas legislative process. The course is taught by experienced policy advocates from the non-profit Intercultural Development Research Association (IDRA) and will run concurrently with the IDRA Education Policy Fellows Program, a program that provides state legislative experience to advocates of color. Students will learn and work with IDRA staff, guest lecturers and program Fellows virtually as education policies are debated during the 87th Texas Legislative session.
Multicultural Education for AdministratorsEDAD 654
This course prepares prospective educational leaders to administer various school programs for diverse student populations. Programs addressed include special education, gifted education, bilingual education, early childhood, school safety, career and technology education, English language learners, counseling, and alternative education.
School Crisis LeadershipEDAD 658
This course will provide students with tools, communication techniques, and research-based methods to assist in the prevention of and recovery from school crisis. Students will gain skills to establish safe learning environments and lead students, faculty, and other school stakeholders through potential crisis.
Doctor of Education in Educational Administration :: Course Delivery and Resources
Course Delivery
Our fully online program is designed for aspiring or current Texas principals and superintendents. Through collaboration with cohorts, faculty and professional development initiatives, you will gain the skills needed to improve your instructional programs, human resources and organizational design.
Select “Create a new graduate school admissions application.”
Select “Texas A&M University-Commerce (Commerce)” as your “Target University.”
Select “Educational Administration, EDD” as your “Major.”
Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Step 2. Submit Documents
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to [email protected].
We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
All international transcripts must be evaluated and the evaluation submitted to the Graduate School.
We accepts evaluations sent directly from the following Agencies.
If a normal evaluation is submitted, official original transcripts with all marksheets will still need to be submitted.
If a WES ICAP or equivalent is submitted, we will not need the official transcripts to be submitted separately.
You must hold one of the following GPA requirements to be considered for doctoral admission:
an overall undergraduate 2.75 GPA,
a 3.00 GPA on the last 60 hours of undergraduate degree or
a 3.40 GPA on the master’s degree and work beyond the master’s level.
Postal Alternative
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce Attn: Graduate School PO Box 3011 Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Statement of Goals Form
Submit the Statement of Goals Form found in the Application Packet. An additional page can be added.
Resume or CV
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.
Two Letters of Recommendation
Request two signed letters of recommendation, on letterhead, from professionals who can attest to your goals and ability to succeed in the program. Those individuals should:
One or both of the references should hold a doctoral degree.
Test Scores
Submit official General Test GRE scores
Request that your GRE®scores be sent to Texas A&M University-Commerce (6188) when you register for the test. If you have already taken the GRE®, you can order additional score reports.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
