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PhD of P in 20 and Community Leadership
- Murray, United States
- 3 years
- English
- Online
- PhD
About the program
Doctor of Education in P-20 and Community Leadership is offered by the Educational Studies, Leadership and Counseling unit of Murray State University's College of Education and Human Services.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: no
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core concepts in P in 20 and Community Leadership
- analyze evidence
- solve discipline-relevant problems
- and communicate findings effectively in academic and professional contexts.
Career outcomes
- Program Coordinator
- Research Assistant
- Project Assistant
- Operations Associate
- Professional Services Coordinator
Curriculum
- A professional doctorate in the Educational Studies
- Leadership and Counseling unit of the College of Education and Human Services. Full course lists and sequencing are published in the 2026-2027 Academic Bulletin.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Master's degree with GPA 3.0 Or higher (D.A. 3.2)
- References
- Essays and statement of purpose
- GRE
- Interview or work experience for some programmes
- English test
- Proof of funds of 22
- 554 USD.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Master's degree from an accredited institution (Ed.D., D.A.); leadership experience (Ed.D. 3 years); GRE within 5 years for Ed.D.; letters of reference, resume, essays, interview; bank statement at least 22,554 USD (or scholarship letter)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT 20 per section
Other requirements
- Work experience required
- Interview required
Work experience details
Relevant professional experience related to P in 20 and Community Leadership is expected as part of the admission profile, with exact duration subject to program-specific requirements.
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- English proficiency evidence where applicable
- Recommendation letters where required
- Additional program-specific documents.
How to apply
- Check the doctoral requirements
- Programme-specific rules official website and deadlines: Fall 2027 June 28
- Spring 2027 October Apply online at official website and pay the 100 USD fee. Upload passport
- University transcripts
- Degree certificate
- Reference letters
- Statement of purpose
- English test and a bank statement of at least 22
- 554 USD. Some programmes need an interview or GRE. The page lists no deposit or visa steps. Email the admissions office.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $12,312 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Education and Human Services |
| Department | Educational Studies, Leadership and Counseling |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Flexible |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships or financial assistance may be available at Murray State University for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
2 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
28 Jun 2027
227 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $12,312 USD per year. The application fee is $100 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $12,479 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 20 per section. Work experience is required. An interview is required.