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EdD Adult Education Guided Intensive Study (AEGIS) at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

AEGIS is a selective, fast-track cohort Ed.D. in Adult Learning and Leadership for full-time, mid-career professionals. It emphasizes leadership for adult education and organizational learning. The degree totals 75 credits, of which up to 30 graduate credits may be transferred in, leaving 45 earned in the programme.

Faculty: Teachers College  |  Department: Organization and Leadership (Adult Learning and Leadership)  |  Duration: 75 credits; coursework over two years, dissertation at least a further 1.5 to 2 years  |  Intake: Summer (even-numbered years only)  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Coursework runs over two years with a two-week on-campus session in each of three summers and Friday evening and Saturday seminars four times per semester across four semesters. A dissertation follows coursework and a certification exam follows the August summer session.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master's degree, or 30 graduate-level credits with grades of B or better; online application with statement of purpose and resume; transcripts or course-by-course evaluations for all undergraduate and graduate work; two letters of recommendation; academic writing sample; supplemental application including an AEGIS topic essay; English proficiency results if applicable. Application fee $75.

Intake: Summer (even-numbered years only)

Duration: 75 credits; coursework over two years, dissertation at least a further 1.5 to 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/admissions/

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