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Ph.D. in Leadership Terminal Research Enrolment

Terminal 60-credit doctoral program preparing researchers and executives through quantitative methodology, organizational theory, and dissertation defense.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites
Conferred master's degree from an accredited institution with minimum 3.2 GPA
English language proficiency
IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 80
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
GRE or GMAT evaluated favorably but not strictly required
Thesis / Research statement
1,500-word dissertation research statement and writing sample
Recommendation letters
Three academic or professional recommendations

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

Financial support / stipend
Doctoral research assistantships and institutional tuition waivers available
Application fee
$50 application fee
Tuition / joining costs
$14,800 per academic year

Dates and verification

Application deadline
August 15, 2027
Last source review
2026-10-15

Important verification note

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

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