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PhD of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies in Higher Education

Oklahoma State University

  • Stillwater, United States
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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About the program

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (Higher Education) is a graduate programme taught in English at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater.

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

  • Develop core knowledge and practical skills in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (Higher Education). Apply relevant methods to academic and professional problems. Communicate findings effectively and prepare for further study or employment in related fields.

Career outcomes

  • Teacher
  • Education Coordinator
  • Curriculum Specialist
  • Learning Support Specialist
  • Education Administrator

Curriculum

  • The catalog plan of study totals 63 credit hours. Required study includes The Diverse College Student
  • Paradigms and Practice
  • Leadership in Contemporary Higher/Postsecondary Systems I
  • Leadership in Contemporary Higher/Postsecondary Systems II and Conceptualizing the Study of Higher Education
  • Followed by approved electives and a dissertation. It applies to students entering in or before 2026-27.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor's or master's degree from a recognised institution
  • GPA 3.00+.

Minimum GPA

3

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's or master's degree from a recognised institution, GPA 3.00+.

Language tests

  • TOEFL iBT 79
  • TOEFL PBT 550
  • IELTS 6.5
  • PTE Academic 53
  • Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic transcripts
  • Previous degree evidence
  • Passport copy
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Research proposal or statement of purpose
  • Recommendation letters
  • Program-specific supporting documents.

How to apply

  1. Visit the official website for Oklahoma State University. Review doctoral admission requirements and available research areas. Identify an appropriate research topic or supervisor when required. Prepare academic transcripts and a research proposal or statement of purpose. Submit the doctoral application and required supporting documents. Provide English proficiency evidence when required. Pay the application fee. Wait for the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year$18,113 USD
Application fee$75 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusStillwater
Faculty or schoolCollege of Education and Human Sciences
DepartmentDepartment of Education
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value63
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteEligible international students at Oklahoma State University may be considered for institutional scholarships or merit awards. Eligibility and funding depend on the specific award and application cycle.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

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  • Program starts

    May 2027

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  • Program starts

    August 2027

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.