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PhD of Education in Educational Leadership
- Chicago, United States
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Doctor of Philosophy in Education, Educational Leadership at Montana State University is a programme in research in K-12 educational leadership.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Formulate original research questions in Education in Educational Leadership
- Critically evaluate scholarly evidence
- Apply rigorous research methods and communicate a substantial research contribution.
Career outcomes
- School and district leadership
- Academia
Curriculum
- Doctoral programme in educational leadership within the Department of Education
- Preparing leaders for K-12 schools and districts and culminating in a dissertation. The Department of Education admits on a rolling basis without the GRE
- A separate 15-credit Superintendent Certificate exists.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Recognized undergraduate degree and supporting academic records
- Subject to the university and program admission criteria.
Accepted academic background
Relevant prior university degree and transcripts
Language tests
- IELTS Academic IELTS 6.5
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership admission requirements at DePaul University. Prepare previous degree certificates and academic transcripts. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $56,436 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Lincoln Park Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Education |
| Department | Department of Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 86 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $56,436 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $27,695 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic IELTS 6.5, IELTS Academic 6.5.

