
PhD in Educational Studies, Educational Administration
The PhD in Education Administration positions you to be the next generation of thought leaders in educational administration. You'll explore the theories, research and practices of educational administration and their relationships. You'll also get to work closely with faculty to advance research in an area of study that makes an impact on scholarship, policy and practice.
Program Features
Get a global view of educational administration that includes the organizational behavior, politics and economics of education.
A major focus of the program is on research that will advance education, help you become a leader and contribute to the creation of new knowledge in the field.
Career Paths




Graduates also serve in primary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities and other educational, governmental or human service agencies across the nation and throughout the world.
Funding Options
Key to teaching, research and learning in the college, associateships provide students with professional experience and financial support.

These financial awards are made by Ohio State to students based on academic merit through a university-wide competition.

The college annually awards scholarships to its students to support their academic goals.
Degree Requirements
Prerequisites
Master's degree, current GRE scores
Other requirements: Research apprenticeship, dissertation
Minimum program hours
60
Deadline to apply
December 1
(Program begins autumn semester)
Program start
Autumn Semester
Additional Application Requirements
Academic Writing Sample
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