Specialist in Education (Ed.S. degree)

Minimum total semester hours required: 60 s.h.

Purpose of Program: To provide advanced graduate education in higher education in the areas of administration, policy studies, or an area in higher education of special interest to the student. This program is appropriate for students not generally planning to continue for the doctorate. The specialist degree may also be awarded upon completion of a joint program in higher education and an academic field comprising a minimum of 60 semester hours of graduate work or upon completion of a higher education sequence following a master's degree program.

Admission Requirements: Applicants for admission must satisfy the requirements of the Graduate College. Candidates will be selected on the basis of grade-point average, Graduate Record Examination scores, and promise for professional growth. Transcripts, the GRE Test scores, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of career goals are required for regular admission. Applications will be reviewed as received during the fall and spring semesters.

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