UIC’s flagship Ed.D. in Urban Education Leadership is highly selective and designed for aspiring and current school principals. Intensive, cohort-based combining coursework with supervised practicum. After 1.5 years, students are eligible for Illinois Principal Endorsement. After 2.5-3 years and capstone, earn doctorate recognized as Exemplary Educational Leadership Preparation Program by UCEA. 1 in 9 CPS principals trained at UIC. Can add Illinois Superintendent Endorsement with additional courses.
Effective instruction, Educational research, Equity-centered leadership, Urban education dynamics, Organizational leadership, Principal endorsement coursework, Superintendent studies (optional), Community engagement, Research methods, Dissertation in Practice
• Degree Required: Master’s degree
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)
• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required
Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.
UIC graduates lead Chicago Public Schools and urban school districts as principals and superintendents with focus on equity and social justice.
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