Key Information
Duration
- Full-time
- 108 months
Doctoral students must complete their degree within nine years of first enrollment.
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before March 2027
Language
English
Credits
75 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Miami, United States
Disciplines
- Public Policy
- Educational Leadership
Overview
Careers
The Educational Leadership and Policy Studies program at Florida International University prepares students for careers as school superintendents, principals, directors and supervisors; administrators in state, federal and international agencies; professors of educational administration or leadership; and administrators in institutions of higher education.
Programme Structure
Structure:
- The curriculum is designed to enable students to become familiar with and utilize effectively both theoretical and technical knowledge.
- The program of study is multidisciplinary and integrates broad intellectual perspectives into the study and practice of educational leadership and policy studies.
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: 3.2
- GRE: Required
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 110
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- GPA: 3.25
- GRE: Required.
- Applicant Statement / Letter of Intent: Required
- Letters of Recommendation: Required, three letters
Additional Requirements:
- Resume
- Interview
- Three years of teaching experience
- Master's degree
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
- International: 25,436 AUD / year (≈ 18,030 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 25,436 AUD / year (≈ 18,030 USD / year)
- Domestic: 11,571 AUD / year (≈ 8,202 USD / year)
Living costs
Miami, United States: 2,127-3,672 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarship opportunities are available for the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies program.