Overview

The PhD program in P-12 Educational Leadership at Baylor University is a research-based program that includes advanced research courses and a distinct 72-credit hour sequence that requires a period of full-time study as a graduate student.

Key facts

Students entering the program can expect to be professionally challenged throughout the course sequence. The program is built on the idea that a great doctoral education stems from great mentorship. The program provides flexibility to build a course of study that will serve each student well.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Educational Leadership
Christian Faith and Education
Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
Block II Studies and Leadership in Educational Leadership Core
School Leadership

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

GPA: 3
GRE: Required

English requirements

TOEFL iBT: 80
IELTS: 6.5

General requirements

Each PhD candidate must first apply to the Baylor University Graduate School in order to enroll in the PhD program. As part of the application process, applicants must submit:

A letter of intent: Describe your perspective on the importance of leadership and why you want to pursue this program
Certified university transcripts documenting all degrees conferred (minimum 3.0 GPA required for undergraduate and master's degree)
GRE is required
Two targeted professional reference letters (one from a recent educational leader/supervisor)
Current professional résumé
Any other evidentiary documents
To earn superintendent certification, principal certification is required. Therefore, we highly recommend principal certification prior to applying to the PhD program.

Key information

Duration

Full-time: 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting August 2027
Apply before Apr 2027

Language

English

Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Waco, United States

Disciplines

Educational Leadership

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International: 53,853 AUD / year (≈ 38,174 USD / year)
Out-of-State: 53,853 AUD / year (≈ 38,174 USD / year)
Domestic In-State: 53,853 AUD / year (≈ 38,174 USD / year)

Living costs

Waco, United States: 1,209-2,240 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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