University of Virginia

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants must hold a master's degree in education or a related field, demonstrate at least three years of professional experience in teaching or administration, and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.

About This Program

UVA's School of Education and Human Development ranks among the best in the nation. Two Ed.D. programs: (1) Hybrid Ed.D. in Administration and Supervision with small cohorts and monthly Saturday meetings completed in 4 years; (2) part-time Ed.D. in Higher Education with service projects and content minor. Both replace dissertation with capstone project. Strong community outreach and Partnership for Leaders in Education (PLE) initiative.

Career Outcomes

UVA graduates lead Virginia schools, higher education institutions, and educational organizations as principals, superintendents, and administrators.

• 1. School Principal
• 2. District Superintendent
• 3. Instructional Supervisor
• 4. Curriculum Director

What You'll Learn

• Strategies for effective school administration and operational leadership
• Methods to supervise and evaluate instructional staff and programs
• Skills in curriculum design, implementation, and continuous improvement
• Techniques for policy analysis, equity promotion, and organizational change

Curriculum Highlights

Administration & Supervision: Leadership Core, Research Methods, School Law, Finance, Organizational Theory, Capstone Project; Higher Education: Higher Ed Governance, Finance, Policy, Content Minor, Service Projects, Capstone

Top Employers

Common employers include public school districts, state education departments, educational service centers, and regional superintendency offices.

Admissions

Applicants must hold a master's degree in education or a related field, demonstrate at least three years of professional experience in teaching or administration, and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Master's degree
• GRE/GMAT: Optional or Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)