EdD in Ed Leadership Community College Leadership Initiative
Program Information
The Rowan Experience
This special cohort is designed for those working in the community college sector and who are looking to gain advanced knowledge in the field with a special focus on community college. The cohort benefits from faculty whose focus is on community college research; New Jersey community college presidents who teach in the program and serve on dissertation committees; access to senior educational and policy leaders within the State; and a growing network of successful and innovative community college leaders who are graduates of the program.
All coursework in this program is completed in an online format.
Curriculum
The Ed. D. in Educational Leadership at Rowan University requires the completion of 60 graduate semester hours (s.h.) made up of 16 courses (48 s.h.) and 12 semester hours of dissertation. The program includes three distinct benchmarks. All cohorts are required to attend a one-day orientation in combination with an online orientation residency.
The following courses make up the Ed. D. in Educational Leadership: Community College Leadership Initiative (CCLI®) program.
- 16 Courses / 60 Semester Hours
- Foundation Courses: No
- Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: Yes
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: 36 S.H. | ||
| EDST 27801 | Leadership for Social Justice | 3 |
| EDST 27802 | Inquiry I: Theory to Practice | 3 |
| EDST 27803 | Reforming Organizations | 3 |
| EDST 27804 | Inquiry II: Assessment and Program Evaluation | 3 |
| EDST 27805 | Public Policy, Ethics, and Contemporary Issues | 3 |
| EDST 27806 | Inquiry III: Policy Inquiry, Analysis, and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| EDST 27807 | Sustainable Institutional Change | 3 |
| EDST 27808 | Inquiry IV: Inquiry for Improvement | 3 |
| Community College Track Courses: 12 S.H. | ||
| EDST 27850 | History and Context of American Community Colleges | 3 |
| EDST 27851 | Community College Governance and Leadership | 3 |
| EDST 27852 | Legal and Administrative Issues in Community Colleges | 3 |
| EDST 27853 | Leadership and Advocacy for Community College Student Success | 3 |
| Required Dissertation Research Course: 24 S.H. | ||
| EDST 27809 | Introduction to Writing a Literature Review | 3 |
| EDST 27810 | Leader Scholar Community I | 3 |
| EDST 27811 | Leader Scholar Community II; | 3 |
| EDST 27812 | Leader Scholar Community III | 3 |
| EDST 27895 | Dissertation Research | 12 |
Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan Global section tally.
Admission Requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
- Completed Application Form
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Master's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Three letters of recommendation
- Applicants with Master's degrees completed within the past 5 years should include as one of their recommenders an instructor from their Master's program.
- Recommended GPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale): While certification is not required for the program, the Faculty Admissions Committee asks applicants to please submit a copy of any educational certifications held.
- Three typewritten essays as follows:
- In 500 words of fewer, describe your reasons for wanting to enroll in the Educational Leadership Doctoral program.
- In 500 words or fewer, describe the characteristics of an effective leader. In what ways do you demonstrate those characteristics? In what ways can you improve?
- In 1000 words or fewer, describe a pressing issue facing education today. If it were your responsibility to address the issue on a national level, how would you approach the problem? With whom would you collaborate to develop your plan?
- Interview with the Faculty Admissions Committee: Those selected to move forward by the Admissions Committee will be contacted directly regarding the interview. The interview can be in person or via telephone.
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Info Session or Event
Rowan University hosts a series of on campus and virtual events throughout the year to help you get to know us. From general information sessions, to program specific meetings with advisors, to webinars on timely and thought-provoking topics, these gatherings provide an excellent opportunity to ask questions, network with academics and future students, and learn from some of the most innovative and informed faculty in higher education today.
Rowan's Community College Leadership Initiative is one of the few that are around. I did look at other programs, but Rowan's really spoke to me.Jennifer G. Passaic County, NJ
I was able to study my own leadership and look at leadership theory. As I was in the program more and more, I wanted to continue to move up in community colleges.Stephen N. President, Danville Area Community College (Ill.)
Each member of my cohort works at a different college or university, which allows us to share different perspectives. It makes more learning opportunities.Ketan G. CFO, Sussex County Community College
The main reason why I chose Rowan's Ed.D. program was because of the Community College Leadership Initiative and its focus on community college.Jennifer G. Passaic County Community College
Admission
Additional Information
The chart below details available entry terms for the Ed. D. in Educational Leadership: Community College Leadership Initiative (CCLI) program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall - Module 1 (Early Decision) | February 15 |
| Fall - Module 1 | July 1 |
| Summer - Module 6 | June 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
More InfoThe chart below details available entry terms for the Ed. D. in Educational Leadership: Community College Leadership Initiative (CCLI) program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall - Module 1 (Early Decision) | February 15 |
| Fall - Module 1 | July 1 |
| Summer - Module 6 | June 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
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