USA · PhD · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership & Higher Education Administration

Interdisciplinary doctoral program preparing educational executives, policy researchers, and university leaders to spearhead systemic institutional reform.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master's degree with minimum 3.5 graduate GPA
English language proficiency: IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 90
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Optional
Thesis / Research statement: Scholarly writing sample and doctoral dissertation concept paper
Recommendation letters: Three professional and academic letters of reference

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Doctoral graduate assistantships ($16,000/year) plus tuition scholarship
Application fee: $65 USD
Tuition / joining costs: $22,400/year (fully covered for funded graduate assistants)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Facts reflect official Appalachian State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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