Applicants are urged to familiarize themselves with the general
requirements and admission deadlines by reviewing our website and
attending one of our Information
Sessions.
General Requirements:
An earned baccalaureate and master’s degree from accredited
institution of higher education
Minimum GPA for admission to the University of California
(see below)
Experience in leadership roles in an educational institution
or related area
Substantial professional work experience
GRE test scores (no older than five years)
Minimum GPA for admission to the University of California:
GPA in all coursework taken in a completed master’s program
is at least a 3.5 or GPA for all undergraduate work coursework is
at least a 3.0 or
GPA for all upper division undergraduate coursework is at
least a 3.0 or
GPA for all upper division coursework taken during the last
two as an undergraduate is at least a 3.0
Engaging in a doctoral program represents a significant personal
and professional commitment of energy, time, and
finances. To support the financial aspect of this commitment
and potentially offset program fees, multiple forms of financial
assistance may be available, including loans, grants and
University of California designated program funds.
Interested in earning your doctorate in educational leadership?
Learn more about how the CANDEL
Ed.D. program can help you reach your professional goals by
attending one of our upcoming information sessions.
The CANDEL program curriculum is constructed around four
overarching and inter-related themes that are seen as integral to
the academic and professional development of educational leaders:
