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PhD of Transformational Leadership
- Brooklyn, United States
- 3.5 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A cohort-based doctorate in educational leadership.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Conduct independent doctoral-level inquiry in Transformational Leadership. Evaluate evidence and academic literature. Communicate original research findings.
Career outcomes
- Transformational Leadership Specialist
- Transformational Leadership Research Assistant
- Related Entry-Level Professional
Curriculum
- 51 credits. Pro-seminar in philosophy of science and interdisciplinary approaches
- Educational policy analysis and reform history
- Psychological
- Sociological and cultural aspects of human development
- Research methods and dissertation.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree with programme prerequisite coursework (PharmD
- DPT
- PsyD
- EdD have own rules)
- Transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- Resume
- Proof of funds for the I-20.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree or prerequisite coursework as set by each programme (PharmD, DPT, DVM, PsyD and EdD have programme-specific requirements), Transcripts, Recommendation letters, Resume, Proof of funds for the I-20.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Duolingo 105
Documents you’ll need
- Official Academic Transcripts
- English Proficiency Evidence (if applicable)
- Two Recommendation Letters
- Resume or CV
- Standardized Test Results (if required by program).
How to apply
- Check the programme requirements and deadline (rolling admission. Some programmes use centralised services such as PharmCAS or PTCAS) through the institution's admissions website. Apply through the institution's admissions portal and pay the 50 USD application fee. Upload transcripts
- Prerequisite coursework evidence
- English proof or waiver
- Recommendation letters and a resume. Interview if the programme asks. Pay the International Tuition Deposit (500 USD for DPT and clinical psychology) to receive the I-20.. Apply for the F-1 visa with the I-20 and proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $54,172 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | LIU Post |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Education, Information and Technology |
| Department | Transformational Leadership |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 51,105 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
2 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
214 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3.5 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $54,172 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $26,468 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Duolingo 105.

