Doctor of Education (PK-12) Advanced Track Cohort
Earn your Ed.D. from Immaculata University in three years of part-time study on campus through the advanced track cohort.
Immaculata University’s Ed.D. in Educational Leadership Advanced Track cohort is designed for motivated and experienced professionals who are ready to earn their advanced degree and are seeking the advantages of face-to-face classes in a format that promotes work/life balance. You will progress through your studies alongside passionate educational leaders preparing to serve as superintendents, principals, and teacher leaders, enhancing your skills, expanding your knowledge, and strengthening your ethical and professional standards.
Our cohort model fosters a strong peer network, allowing you to learn alongside fellow educators who share your passion. As you progress through the program, you'll develop lasting professional relationships and a support system that extends beyond the classroom.
Information Session
In Person
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
4:30 - 6 p.m.
Immaculata University Green Room
Information Session
Virtual
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
4 p.m.
Online
Location
Classes are delivered in a hybrid format, combining face-to-face sessions held every other week on campus with asynchronous online instruction.
At A Glance
Program: Doctor of Education
Audience: Graduate Students
Format: Hybrid
Cohort Start Date: August 2025
Cost: $985/credit (2025-26 rate)
Time to Completion 3 years part-time
Experience a dynamic learning environment with our 7-week hybrid course format. Attend engaging face-to-face sessions every other week on-campus, complemented by flexible online asynchronous learning in between, allowing you to balance your studies with your busy schedule.
All students entering the Ed.D. program must hold a master’s degree and complete the below items. In addition, students enrolling in the accelerated cohort program must have at least 5 years of professional experience in a school setting, and academic or professional experience in educational leadership.
- Online application form – fee waived!
- Official transcript of academic record from each undergraduate and graduate school attended.
- Three completed reference forms appraising your capacity for doctoral study
- Resume
- Research Statement – 1-page, double spaced statement of your research interests and how you envision your doctoral research contributing to the field of education.
- Admission Interview
- Applications are due July 15, 2025.
Curriculum—54 Credits
- EDL 702 Methods of Doctoral Research
- EDL 720 Orientation to Doctoral Research
- EDL 721 School Leadership in Teaching and Learning
- EDL 722 Personnel Management and Labor Relations
- EDL 723 School Business Management
- EDL 724 Organizational Development and Change Theory
- EDL 725 Communication Theory and Practice
- EDL 726 Political, Economic and Social Structures of the Culture
- EDL 727 Pennsylvania School Code and School Board Policies
- EDL 728 Curriculum Theory and Evaluation
- EDL 729 Curriculum Management
- EDL 730 Pupil Personnel Services
- EDL 731 Advanced Supervision
- EDL 732 Staff Development
- EDL 734 Dissertation Research Seminar
- EDL 797 Degree Candidacy Application
- EDL 798-799-800 Dissertation
| Term | Course | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | EDL 721 | School Leadership in Teaching and Learning |
| Fall 2025 | EDL 702 | Methods of Doctoral Research |
| Spring 2026 | EDL 725 | Communication Theory |
| Spring 2026 | EDL 720 | Orientation to Doctoral Research |
| Summer 2026 | EDL 726 | Political, Economic, and Social Structures of the Culture |
| Summer 2026 | EDL 723 | School Business Management |
| Fall 2026 | EDL 797 | Degree Candidacy Application (0-credits) |
| Fall 2026 | EDL 728 | Curriculum Theory and Evaluation |
| Fall 2026 | EDL 722 | Personnel Management & Labor Relations |
| Spring 2027 | EDL 734 | Dissertation Research Seminar |
| Summer 2027 | EDL 798 | Dissertation I |
| Summer 2027 | EDL 729 | Curriculum Management |
| Fall 2027 | EDL 799 | Dissertation II |
| Fall 2027 | EDL 727 | PA School Code and School Board Policy |
| Spring 2028 | EDL 800 | Dissertation III |
| Spring 2028 | EDL 731 | Advanced Supervision |
| Spring 2028 | EDL 730 | Pupil Personnel Services |
| Summer 2028 | EDL 724 | Organizational Development & Change Theory |
| Summer 2028 | EDL 732 | Staff Development |
