Ed.D. Program in
Educational Leadership
Doctorate of Education
Senate Bill 724 Section 1(b) states:
″The Doctor of Education degree…
shall be focused on preparing
administrative leaders for CA
public elementary and secondary
schools & community colleges….”
Program Mission
 Prepare informed and reflective educational
leaders
 Who ethically apply critical skills of
evaluation, analysis, synthesis, and action
 To ensure excellence and equity in educational
practices, and
 Serve as stewards to the education community
The Ed.D.
 Intended for practitioner
 Dissertations address:
 local issues that focus on solving current
problems of practice , and
 influence the wider education community
Objectives of the CSUF Program to
Develop Professionals
 Critical thinkers
 Able researchers and change agents
 Professionals who value diversity
 Experts in instructional leadership
University and Partners Develop Degree Program
Ed.D. Program Advisory Board
½ Partners
½ Faculty
Executive Board
½ Partners
½ Faculty
Admission
Committee
½ Partners
½ Faculty
Includes program Director
Includes program Director
CSUF Members:
Dean of the College of Education
Associate VP Academic Affairs
Chair of the Graduate Education Committee
Chair of the Faculty Group
Chair of Department of Educational
Leadership
Ed.D. Program Director
Faculty member in the program from an
academic unit different from the Ed.D.
Program Director
Ed.D. Faculty Group
CSU Campus Faculty in
Academic Unit Administering
Program and in Other
Academic Units
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PreK-12
Educational Leaders
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Community College
Educational Leaders
Demanding Nature of Program
 “Fast-track” 3-year completion time
 60 units
 Cohort program---difficult to “stop-out.”
 Year-round program---fall, spring & summer terms
 Courses--first two years
 Dissertation—third year
Structure of the Program
 Designed in collaboration with district and
community college partners
 Designed with supportive structures to enable
completion in 3 years
Classes typically meet one night a week plus
just one additional day per month
Mentors
Each student selects a professional mentor who
is/was a leader with a doctoral degree:
• Mentors are volunteers
• Mentors support mid-career professionals as
they face many stress points and manage
academic, professional, family and personal
demands
Time to Degree
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Courses
Courses
Dissertation
Qualifying
Examination
Dissertation
Proposal Exam
Oral Defense of
Dissertation
Content of the Program
Leadership
Research
12 units
4 types
4 Types
of
of Course
courses
Content of the Program
Leadership Foundations courses address
the theory and practical applications of
scholarship in the various topics addressed,
including:
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organizational theory
epistemology
history of education
structure of modern education
Content of the Program
Leadership
Research
12 units
Research
Methodology
4 Types of
Courses
21units
Content of the Program
Research Methodology courses address the
processes for gathering and analyzing data,
including:
• quantitative and qualitative analysis
• mixed methods of inquiry
Content of the Program
Leadership
Research
12 units
15 units
Research
Methodology
4 Types of
Courses
Specialization
21 units
Content of the Program
Specialization courses are courses in the two
specializations. They have separate syllabi which focus
on the particular needs of leaders for PreK-12 or
Community College
Topics include:
 Assessment/evaluation
 Curricular and Instructional Practices
 Social Contexts and Educational Politics
 Human Dimensions of Change and Reform
 Resource Management & Development
Content of the Program
Leadership
Foundations
12 units
15 units
Research
Methodology
4 Types of
Courses
Specialization
21 units
12 units
Research Support
Seminars
Content of the Program
Research Support Seminars are small group seminars
 Embed the development of a research proposal for the
dissertation throughout the academic terms
 The instructors meet with the same group of students each
semester (where possible), providing a stable advisor
relationship
 Students assigned to groups based on their early research
plans.
Typical Semester
3 unit Leadership or
Specialization Course
3 unit Research Course
2 unit Research Support
Seminar
Year 1
First Fall
Leadership EDD 627 Epistemology, History, and Structure of Education
Specialization EDD 605 Collection and Analysis of Assessment Data
OR EDD 621B Overview of Higher Education\Community College:
Systems, Organizational Development and Structure, and Campus
Cultures.
Research Support EDD 670A Linking Research to Problems of Practice
First Spring
Leadership EDD 600 Org. Theory & Challenges for Leadership
Research EDD 601 Methods of Research: Quantitatively-Based Tools
Research Support EDD 670B Connecting Research Questions to
Scholarship in the Discipline
First Summer
Specialization EDD 621A Leadership of Curricular & Instructional
Practices OR EDD 630 Leadership for Change and Collaboration
Research EDD 602 Methods of Research: Qualitatively-Based Tools
Research Support EDD 670C Written Qualifying Examination
Qualifying Exam
Administered after the first three terms of the program.
Passing the exam advances the student to candidacy.
The exam will assess students’ ability to:
1. Analyze and synthesize course content
2. Apply theory to practice
3. Critically analyze scholarly research
4. Communicate clearly through writing
Year 2
Second Fall
Specialization EDD 624A Social Contexts of Ed. Politics, Policy,
Governance
OR 624B Student Learning and Development
Research EDD 603/606 Specialization in Qual- or Quant-based Tools
Research Support EDD 670D Refining Research Questions
Second Spring
Specialization EDD 622A Human Dimensions of Ed’l Ch
OR 622B Resource Management and Development
Leadership EDD 620 Ethical & Legal Dimensions of Leadership
Research Support EDD 670E Scholarly Defense of a Proposition
Second Summer
Leadership EDD 604 Forecasting & Planning
Specialization EDD 626A Transforming through Resource Optimization
OR EDD 626B Professional Seminars in Higher
Education\Community College Studies and Leadership Development
Research Support EDD 670F IRB Approval and Proposal Defense
Year 3
Third Fall
Research EDD 698 Dissertation
Third Spring
Research EDD 698 Dissertation
Third Summer
Research EDD699 Independent Study
Faculty
 Experts in educational leadership
 All earned Ed.D/Ph.D.
 Full-time tenure track faculty provide
instruction for courses
 All were practitioners in education in K-12 or
community college/higher ed.
 All are researchers engaged in local education
problems effecting schools and colleges.
The People Make the Program
Faculty are:
 Experts and practitioners
 Researchers engaged in local education problems
 Experienced and Dedicated
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Dr. L. Adler
Dr. D. Choi
Dr. E. Fujimoto
Dr. J. Hoffman
Dr. J. Hunter
politics of education
teacher study, equity, & resources
higher education/community college
leadership & college impact
leadership/org management
The People Make the Program
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Dr. J. Lee
Dr. R. Oliver
Dr. D. Person
Dr. K. Stichter
Dr. E. Zarate
adult learning & technology
administrator roles & responsibilities
climate and social justice
district/school climate
equity and educational experiences
The People Make the Program
Students are:
 Diverse working
professionals
 Vice Presidents, Deans
Assistant Principals, and
Principals
 Faculty\Administrative
leaders and counselors
 Invested in CA.
Community Colleges or
Prek-12
 Interested in change
 Educational leaders
 Professionals who are
committed to and value
diversity
 Invested in the learning
process and the cohort
concept
Center for Research on Educational
Access and Leadership (C-REAL)
 Research on local
educational problems in
PreK-12 and Community
Colleges that is systemic
and solution focused
 Involves a partnership
between local educational
agencies, schools, and
colleges along with CSUF
doctoral faculty and
graduate students.
 Research includes
program intervention
effectiveness, assessment
and evaluation
 Outcomes include
dissemination of findings
through publications and
presentations.
Transfer Credit
Applicants can request transfer credit for
units that meet these conditions:
 Usually no more than 12 units
 Doctoral credit level
 Taken in the last two years
 Has similar catalog description
 Appear on an official transcript from an accredited
institution of higher education
 Grade of B or better.
ADMISSION DEADLINES
The Application Deadline For Fall
Feb. 1st Community College
March 1st PreK-12 Leadership
For Information On The Application Process, Visit
ed.fullerton.edu/edd/
OR
Call 657-278-4023
OR
crbarnett@fullerton.edu
Admission Requirements
a. 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
b. sufficient preparation and experience
pertinent to educational leadership to benefit
from the program
c. submission of Graduate Record
Examination (GRE) scores on the three GRE
tests, taken within the last five years
d. demonstrated educational leadership
potential and skills including successful
experience in school, postsecondary,
community, and/or policy leadership
e. demonstrated academic excellence, problemsolving ability, and an interest in critically
assessing and bringing about
improvements within current educational
policies and practices
f. three confidential recommendation forms
attesting to the leadership ability and
scholarship of the candidate
g. written statement of purpose reflecting
understanding of the challenges facing the
public schools or community
colleges/institutions of higher education in
California
h. professional resume (including whether the application
has proficiency in a second language--not required for admission or to
complete the program)
i. examples of professional writing
j. Employer/District Support Agreement, in
the cases where this is not provided, an
indication of the candidate’s plan for meeting
the demands of the program and his/her
professional responsibilities
k. response to a writing prompt administered oncampus prior to the interview
l. interview with the Admissions Committee
Elements of the Application
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Application fee-$55
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CSU Grad Application
www.csumentor.edu
• 10a Program objective = PreK-12 Leadership 08271
Community College 08273
• 10b Degree Objective = 8—Doctoral
• 11Credential Objective = K-12 Professional Administrative
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Supplemental Ed.D. Application
 Statement of purpose
 Professional Resume
 Writing sample
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Three Recommendation Forms
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Employer/District Support Agreement
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GRE Score Report CSUF Code 4589 Department Code 3001
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Transcripts from all universities and community colleges
Code = 502
Part II of Supplemental Application
Please submit each of these parts on separate pages.
A. What preparation and experience make you well-
qualified to benefit from an Ed.D. program?
B. What two or three accomplishments demonstrate
your educational leadership potential and skills?
You may consider successful achievements in
school, in postsecondary institutions, in your
community, and/or more generally in policy
leadership.
C. Please provide evidence that demonstrates your
ability to succeed in a rigorous doctoral program.
Include the following:
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your problem-solving ability,
your interest in critically assessing and
improving educational policies and
practices,
your proficiency with technology, and
your ability to devote significant time and
attention to doctoral program study.
GRE?
 A GRE score considerably below the 50th
percentile, especially in the Verbal Subset or the
writing portion, often is predictive that the individual
will struggle with the writing entailed in the doctoral
program.
 Prepare for the GRE by reviewing one of the test
preparation books or by logging on to the GRE Web
site (www.gre.org) and using its on-line preparation.
Review of Application
A. Application will be evaluated in its entirety.
B. Review of graduate and undergraduate GPA,
and supplemental application materials (your
statement of purpose, and the quality and
significance of your writing sample).
C. Reviewed by faculty and partners who are
practitioners in PreK-12 or Community College
settings.
Critical Issues in Admissions Decisions
 Leadership potential
 Potential for significant professional contributions
 Analytical ability
 Writing skills
 Interest in research
 Commitment to academic success of students from
all backgrounds
 Commitment to support historically disenfranchised
community partnerships
 Desire to support change processes in educational
institutions
How much will the program cost?
 The fees are based on a year-round program
and includes the cost of summer session.
 We expect fees to be collected prior to the
beginning of each session in three equal
amounts (fall, spring, and summer).
 The CSU’s fee is never greater than that set by
the UC System.
2013-2014 - $17,754
Additional fee information by term is available at the
Student Financial Services website.
Student Aid
 The Financial Aid Office has a designated counselor for doctoral
students
 Traditional student loans are available for Ed.D. students through the
Financial Aid Office
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A portion of the fees students pay will be used to support students in a
variety of ways such as:
 Need-based assistance with tuition and books
 Purchase of items to support research such as laptop computers,
software, office supplies, etc.
 Support for travel to academic conferences and for research
 Journal subscriptions
 Career placement costs
 Other student support expenses
Everyone Completes FAFSA
LINK TO FINANCIAL AID WEBSITE AT CSU FULLERTON
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid—FAFSA
• Most graduate students are eligible for some form of
financial aid. You should complete a FAFSA form when
you are considering applying for graduate school
programs. You can list multiple campuses and programs
on the application. This form is required in order to
receive grants, loans, and scholarships.
• WHAT IS FAFSA? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FAFSA
• HOW TO COMPLET A FAFSA?
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
• Must be renewed each year!!
EDD WEB SITE
For more information about the program,
and requirements, please visit.
http://ed.fullerton.edu/edd/