Report an accessibility problem

Learning Systems Leadership, EdD

Learning Systems Leadership, EdD

- INACTIVE

Academic programs / Graduate degrees / Learning Systems Leadership, EdD

Administration, edulp, teachers college


Program description
Degree awarded: EdD  Learning Systems Leadership

The learning systems leadership doctoral program is a professional leadership educational program designed for practicing professionals seeking an alternative to traditional graduate programs. The program seeks applicants who are practicing teacher leaders, school or district administrators and government educational personnel. Cohorts of approximately 25 students are admitted and remain together for the entire program. A component of this unique program is international travel designed to prepare leaders who are ready to address education issues within global contexts and better serve the needs of students with diverse languages and cultures. Program goals are geared to develop leaders with knowledge and deep understandings of:

  • Binational, international and global issues in education.
  • Curricular and instructional leadership.
  • Educational equity and social justice.
  • Indigenous and immigrant communities.
  • Leadership for innovation and change.
  • The needs of schools in urban settings.
  • Research in applied settings.
  • Spanish or another language relevant to the Southwest.

At a glance
  • STEM-OPT extension eligible: No

Degree requirements

90 credit hours, a written comprehensive exam, a prospectus and a dissertation

The curriculum focuses on five areas:

  1. Diversity/international/binational and global studies.
  2. Internships/fieldwork/action research.
  3. Leadership core.
  4. Research/evaluation/assessment.
  5. Research proposal development/research.

Degree requirements include:

  1. Successful completion of a dissertation research proposal with committee approval at the end of the second year/beginning of the third year.
  2. Successful completion of a doctoral dissertation with oral defense.
  3. Successful completion of a minimum of 90 graduate credits (30 credits may be from an accepted previously awarded master's degree).
  4. Successful completion of a preproposal/research prospectus including a review of literature at the end of the second year (this requirement satisfies the written comprehensive examination).

All classes are taken with the cohort and no other course work can be substituted. 

Admission requirements

General university admission requirements:

All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
U.S. applicants | International applicants | English proficiency

Admission Requirements

  1. Demonstrated potential for educational leadership.
  2. GRE Scores.
  3. Master's degree in education or related field.
  4. Three years teaching experience preferred.

Application Procedures

Applicants must apply to the Graduate College and complete an application to the DELTA program. Applicants applying for this graduate degree program must apply for admission to the Graduate College using the electronic application form.

Admission to the Ed.D program requires 1) GRE test scores, and 2) undergraduate and graduate transcripts.

Application to the DELTA program requires the following materials submitted online through the Graduate College application site.

  1. All applicants must submit the Graduate College online application.
  2. A short writing sample or paper that includes references.
  3. Three email addresses of persons who will serve as references, one should be from a school administrator for whom the candidate has worked
  4. A two- or three-page letter of application, which should address the applicant's professional  strengths prior leadership experiences, professional and educational career highlights,  interests and experiences and how these life experiences influenced personal perspectives on schooling and educational leadership, and describe how program goals align with applicant's goals.
  5. Vitae or resume including work and academic experiences.
  6. Note: This program is at maximum enrollment capacity and is not currently accepting applications.
Tuition information
When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.
Contact information
What are accelerated programs?
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

What constitutes a new program?
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the “New Programs” option.
What are online programs?
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
What is WRGP (Western Regional Graduate Program)?
The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.

click back to top