Doctor of Education in Leadership (EdD)
The Lewis & Clark Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership encompasses the P–20 (preschool through baccalaureate) spectrum, affording students the unique opportunity to learn how educational pathways from pre-K/K to the significant transition into higher education play an evolving and ongoing role in educational outcomes.
Be a Changemaker at Every Level of Education
Noted for preparing scholar-practitioners who create transformational change in their educational settings, our innovative, cohort-based doctoral program in leadership is committed to developing extraordinary leaders committed to social justice and equity.
On-Campus Coursework
All classes are offered in person on the Lewis & Clark campus in Portland, Oregon
60 Semester Hours
Approximately three years of part-time study (weekend, evening, and July summer classes)
Start in Summer
Start your journey in the summer to accommodate your academic schedule.
Program Overview
Total credit hours: 60
Program start: Summer
Program length: Three years of part-time study
Location: On-campus
Program director: Mollie Galloway →
Kristy Mize More about KristyThe members of my cohort, instructors and researchers have really stretched my thinking and helped me to grow exponentially as a leader.
Arielle Hammond More about ArielleI think of my own daughter, my nieces and nephews. My goal is to be the principal, and eventually the superintendent, that they need me to be.
Choose Your Concentration
Doctoral candidates choose either the PK–12 or Higher Education Student Affairs (HESA) concentration, enabling you to deeply examine the education system in which you serve.
PK–12 Concentration
Lewis & Clark’s innovative, cohort-based PK–12 doctoral program in leadership is committed to developing extraordinary leaders committed to social justice and equity.
About PK–12 ConcentrationHow to Apply
PK–12 Concentration With Principal License
The PK–12 Concentration With Principal License allows incoming students to complete the coursework necessary to be recommended for the principal license alongside earning their doctorate.
About PK–12 Concentration With License How to Apply
Higher Education Student Affairs (HESA) Concentration
In the HESA doctoral concentration, current and rising leaders of postsecondary education are deliberate in challenging their assumptions about the system of higher education; acknowledge how practices and policies maintain and reproduce inequality on college campuses; and prepare for their role and responsibility to lead institutions toward educational equity.
About HESA ConcentrationHow to Apply
What makes this program unique?
Social Justice Focus
The mission of the program is to promote social justice and equity through P–20 education. The themes of social justice and equity run throughout the classes that constitute the Doctor of Education in Leadership Program.
Applied Learning
The research of degree candidates is directly applicable to conditions, programs, and/or structures in the educational settings where you work.
Cohort Structure
As part of a cohort you will progress through a structured curriculum that provides opportunities to test your knowledge in the classroom as well as in work-site settings.
Scholarships Available
For information on the scholarships available for doctoral students, please follow the link below.
Attend an Info Session
We encourage all prospective graduate students to begin their journey by attending an information session. An admissions-led, program-specific, or faculty-led session is an excellent opportunity to learn more about each program, or to compare similar programs, in an informal and conversational setting.
Get to Know Lewis & Clark
Applying to graduate school is an exciting step in your educational journey. The Lewis & Clark Graduate School admissions team is here to help you along the way.
Already applied?
Take the next step in your graduate school journey! Our registration page can help you learn how to register for classes and view important policies before attending L&C.