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Educational Leadership: Concentration in PK-12 School Leadership with Science and Math Focus (Ed.D.) Application Process

Learn how to apply to the Educational Leadership: Concentration in PK-12 School Leadership with Science and Math Focus (Ed.D.) offered by the Department of Educational Leadership (EDL).

Welcome to the Educational Leadership: Concentration in PK-12 School Leadership with Science and Math Focus (Ed.D.) admissions information page.

The Ed.D. Program in Educational Leadership in PK-12 concentration seeks to advance the work of public schools throughout San Diego and Imperial Counties. The program is committed to developing reflective leaders and change agents, capable of responding to the area’s demographic shifts and the increasingly complex needs of educational organizations within this diverse multicultural region.

All applicants must have completed a master’s degree program prior to admission and reside in San Diego or Imperial counties or commit to relocating if admitted to the program.

NOTE: The degree document that you earn when finishing this program will NOT mention the Math and Science focus.  It will only show you completed an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership with a concentration in PK-12 School Leadership.

Important Dates for Fall 2022

Item Due Date
1. Cal State Apply application
(opens October 1 each year) 		March 1, 2022
 
2. Program application March 1, 2022
3. Official Transcripts due due April 1, 2022

 

This program accepts applications every other year.  We will admit for Fall 2022 and then plan for Fall 2024. 

Applicants apply for the Fall term, even though admitted students will take courses in Summer term.

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Steps to Apply

Follow the steps below to apply to the Educational Leadership: Concentration in PK-12 School Leadership (Ed.D.) Program:

  • You must first apply to the California State University via Cal State Apply.
  • Next, request official transcripts.  If you previously attended SDSU, you need only submit transcripts for work completed since last attendance. If you are a current SDSU student you are not required to submit an SDSU transcript.
  • Then, apply to the Educational Leadership: Concentration in PK-12 School Leadership (Ed.D.) Program

1. Submit Cal State Apply

Select the EdD program for a Fall 2022 start, even though admitted students will take courses in Summer 2022.

For assistance, see Tips on Completing the Cal State Apply University Application. 

Go to Cal State Apply (CSU application) -- opens October 1

2. Request official transcripts

Request that your official transcripts be sent to SDSU, following instructions on our Submit Official Transcripts page. Please submit your Cal State Apply application prior to sending in official transcripts.  If you previously attended SDSU, you need only submit transcripts for work completed since last attendance. If you are a current SDSU student you are not required to submit an SDSU transcript.

3. Apply to the Program

Submit the program application and required documents as directed below: 

Required documents

Please gather the items below and have them ready to upload:

Write a Statement of Philosophy about Science Leadership or Mathematics Leadership: 1-2 pages, addressing your beliefs and values about leadership, curriculum and instruction, students, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders.  Please make your statement specific to leadership in science education or mathematics education.

Prepare a resume or curriculum vitae to your application, which will include your education and employment history as well as any academic honors, awards, scholarships, and publications.
Contact 2 individuals who you have interacted with academically and/or professionally and would be able to write a letter of recommendation for you.  Recommenders will submit their recommendations directly into the Online Program application.
Nomination/ statement of support for the candidate's doctoral studies from employer or, in cases where this is not provided, an indication of the candidate's plan for meeting the demands of the program and professional responsibilities.
Please submit an example of your best professional and/or academic writing.
Provide a link to a 2-3 minute video addressing the following prompts 1) Describe your academic and/or professional background in science or math 2) Describe how you connect your background in science or math to your work in the education field 3) Share why you are interested in earning an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership with a Science and Mathematics Focus.

 

Program application

Access the Online Program Application

Go to Program Application -- opens October 1