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PhD Education Leadership at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

A research-intensive doctoral programme preparing professors and researchers for PK-12 education leadership, centred on equity and social justice, school and district leadership, adult development, data science and organisational management, ending in an independent dissertation.

Faculty: Teachers College  |  Department: Organization and Leadership (Education Leadership)  |  Duration: 75 credits  |  Intake: Fall (odd years only)  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Four core domains: school and district leadership and administration, equity and social justice, adult development, and data science.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master's degree in education leadership, curriculum and teaching or a related field; online application with statement of purpose and resume; three letters of recommendation; academic writing sample; GRE General Test; transcripts; accepted English proficiency exam results if applicable; $75 application fee; interview for finalists only. Deadline December 1, 2026 for Fall 2027 entry.

Intake: Fall (odd years only)

Duration: 75 credits

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

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