Educational Leadership, Ed.D.

Educational Leadership students in class

The executive doctoral degree in Educational Leadership prepares practicing schools leaders to lead schools via a supportive cohort model.

This nationally recognized program provides dedicated students the tools and expertise needed to transform today’s increasingly complex schools. With each cohort, a select group of highly capable school leaders take the next step in their own learning and leadership.

Application Deadline: March 22 | More admissions information
Virtual Information Sessions: January 15February 4, March 5

“I chose this program because of the reputation for supporting and advancing teaching, learning, and leading for ALL students … There is no better way to make a difference as a school leader!”

Faculty and students in the classroomThe executive doctorate is efficiently designed around the busy lives of current school leaders. A hybrid of face-to-face and online learning allows students to become part of a cohort that builds supportive relationships with peers and that receives close mentoring from faculty, while continuing to work in educational leadership settings.

Our graduates serve as school and district leaders across New York State and around the country, as well as faculty conducting research and teaching at universities. They also hold roles in government and public policy development, professional development, consultants, and elsewhere.

Program Contacts

Breana Nieves Vergara, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment
bknieves@syr.edu|315.443.2505
Breana Nieves Vergara
George Theoharis, Professor
gtheohar@syr.edu|315.443.9080
George Theoharis