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Doctor of Education in Leadership in Schooling, Ed.D.
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The University of Massachusetts Lowell's Ed.D. degrees offer professional educators the opportunity to complete a terminal degree. Graduates are able to pursue leadership roles in K-12 districts or instructional roles in education departments in higher education. These programs emphasize the development of thoughtful and reflective scholar practitioners. Please note that this degree does not lead to licensure. For more information on licensure programs for Massachusetts teachers, explore our M.Ed. and Ed.S. degrees.
All UMass Lowell Ed.D. candidates receive a degree in Leadership in Schooling, but within this, some may choose to pursue an option in STEM education (see Leadership in Schooling STEM Program of Study).
Program Format
Students complete the program as members of a cohort. Newly accepted students begin their studies in the middle of May each year, during the University's Summer semester. Students are expected to take 2 courses each semester, and they complete their program over a three-year period. Courses are offered entirely online during the Summer, Fall, and Spring semesters, however there is a one-week, Summer Residency required every year.
Questions about the Ed.D. program should be sent to the Doctoral Coordinator Stacy Szczesiul at Stacy_Szczesiul@uml.edu.
Ed.D. Leadership in Schooling Program of Study
- (see alternatively the Leadership in Schooling STEM Program of Study)
The Ed.D. is structured as a cohort model, beginning each summer. Students are expected to take 2 courses each semester. Courses are completely online. A one-week, summer residency is required each year.
Summer Year 1 Program
- EDUC.6440 Foundations for Practitioner Scholars
- EDUC.6911 Applied Research Design
- Summer Residency 1
Fall Year 1 Program
- EDUC.6910 Developing Inclusive School Contexts
- EDUC.6930 Organizational Learning
Spring Year 1 Program
- EDUC.6960 Strategic Partnering with Families and Communities - Available Spring 2021!
- EDUC.6931 Qualitative Data Analysis for Practitioner Leaders
Summer Year 2 Program
- EDUC.6921 Quantitative Data Analysis for Practitioner Leaders
- EDUC.6920 Law, Policy, and Finance
- Summer Residency 2
- Comprehensive Exam 1 - Portfolio
Fall Year 2 Program
- EDUC.6940 Systems Leadership I
- EDUC.6423 Program Evaluation
Spring Year 2 Program
- EDUC.6950 Systems Leadership II - Available Spring 2021!
- Comprehensive Exam 2 - Qualifying Paper
Summer Year 3 Program
- EDUC.7530 Doctoral Dissertation/Education
- Summer Residency 3
Fall Year 3 Program
- EDUC.7530 Doctoral Dissertation/Education
Spring Year 3 Program
- EDUC.7530 Doctoral Dissertation/Education
Ed.D. Program Requirements
The Ed.D. requires completion of 42 credits beyond the master's or education specialist (CAGS) degree. Nine of these credits are focused on dissertation research. The research for the Ed.D. is applied in nature and may examine an issue pertinent to a local setting. The Ed.D. program requires completion of 11 online courses (33 cr) and 9 credits of dissertation research support through online dissertation seminars. Additionally, candidates must attend a week-long summer residency each year they are in the program.
In order to complete either degree, candidates must:
- Complete the required minimum number of credits in the specified program;
- Complete all courses, including residency requirements, with a cumulative grade point average of B or better;
- Have no more than two courses below the grade of B counted toward their degree;
- Pass two doctoral examinations;
- Satisfactorily complete and defend a dissertation proposal;
- Satisfactorily complete and defend the dissertation;
- Submit all required paperwork at each stage of the degree;
- Maintain continuing matriculation if not enrolled in coursework or dissertation research credit;
- Conform to all human subjects requirements for research as specified by the Institutional Research Board (IRB);
- Complete the program within eight years from the date of admission.
Course Descriptions
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Tuition & Fees
At UMass Lowell, we believe that students should have as much information as possible up front so they can make informed decisions before enrolling in a degree program or signing up for a course.
Tuition for all undergraduate courses offered through the Division of Graduate, Online & Professional Studies is the same for both in-state and out-of-state students. Tuition for all online graduate courses is also the same for both in-state and out-of-state students. Tuition is priced per credit. To calculate the tuition for a course, simply multiply the per-credit tuition by the total number of credits per course. Exception: If the total number of course contact hours is greater than the total number of credits, the per-credit tuition is instead multiplied by the total number of contact hours.
Spring 2021 Tuition |
Per Credit / Contact Hour |
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| Graduate Online and Audit (except Manning School of Business* Online, MBA in Haverhill, Graduate Online IT, Engineering and Education Courses) | $575.00 |
| Manning School of Business* Graduate Online Courses | $655.00 |
| MBA Graduate Courses in Haverhill | $655.00 |
| Graduate Online IT and Engineering Courses** | $590.00 |
| Graduate Education Online Courses | $470.00 |
*Applies to courses with the following prefixes: ACCT, BUSI, ENTR, FINA, MGMT, MKTG, MIST, POMS offered through the Manning School of Business
**Applies to courses with the following prefixes: CHEN, CIVE, EECE, ENGN, MECH, PLAS offered through the Francis College of Engineering. Applies also to MSIT courses in the Master's in Information Technology, Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity and the Graduate Certificate in Systems Models and Management.
Additional Fees |
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| Registration Fee per Term | $30.00 |
| Late Fee for Nonpayment | $50.00 |
| Fee for Graduate Degree and Certificate Applications | $50.00 |
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Registration
Current students can register using SiS Self-Service. New students who have not already applied and been accepted to a program must use the Non-Degree Registration Form.You can take courses without being officially enrolled in a certificate or degree program, but you must meet course prerequisites. Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Class size is limited. We recommend that you register early to reserve your place in class.
For more information, please visit our Registration Page.
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Questions?
Email our Advising Center for assistance, or call 800-480-3190 to speak with an advisor.Admission Requirements
There is a high level of interest in this program each year. Applying early is encouraged. Candidates to the Ed.D. program are admitted in the summer (trimester) semester, the application deadline is October 15. All required documents must be received by the Office of Graduate Admissions by October 15 to receive full consideration for acceptance.
Applicants must have a master of education degree or master's degree in a field relevant to PK-12 education that prepares him/her for advanced study. Additionally, applicants should have recent teaching and/or leadership experience in a PK-12 setting and be interested in research and the role of leaders in schools. Candidates who are interested in higher education administration should speak with the Graduate Coordinator before submitting an application.- Submit an online application and fee through the office of Graduate Admissions.
- A two-page admission essay explaining your experience in PK-12 education and your reasons for wishing to enter doctoral study
- GRE scores
- Three letters of recommendation
- All official transcripts
Questions Regarding Your Graduate Application?
Email Graduate_Admissions@uml.edu or call 800-656-4723.
For General Assistance:
For general questions about registering for courses or to find out who the advisor is for your graduate program, call 800-480-3190. Our admissions and advising teams are here to help!
