The PhD requires a minimum of 122 credits beyond the baccalaureate degree. The residency requirement is met by full-time enrollment for one calendar year after admission. Knowledge of educational research methodology is highly desirable. Admission to the PhD program is selective and competitive with only a limited number admitted each year. Final applicants are interviewed by the program admissions committee.
Admission is selective and competitive.
The application deadline is the second Friday of February. An EdM is offered in adult education. The EdM or the MS with a major in education serves individuals seeking an initial, continuing or standard teaching license. It is also available to anyone interested in a professional degree in education. The EdM with a major in adult education offers focus areas in workplace and adult skills development, organization development and training, and work force development.