Frequently Asked Questions

How long is it going to take me to finish the Ed.D. program?

The program is offered on a part-time basis. Participants will complete six credits each semester. The cohort-based course work may be completed in three years, followed by the dissertation sequence, which will take a minimum of three additional semesters or one and a half years.

What is the difference between the hybrid track and the online track?

Both program tracks in the Ed.D. program follow the same philosophy, curriculum, and program completion requirements.  

The hybrid program track is offered in an executive, blended format. Each course meets for 15 hours of face-to-face class time per course on five Saturdays each semester, with an additional 25 hours of online learning and 5 hours of field work.

The online program track is offered in an asynchronous format. Each course includes 40 hours of classwork and 5 hours of field work.

What are the start dates of the different program tracks?

A hybrid cohort will begin in Fall 2026 and an online cohort will begin in Spring 2027.

Can I earn a Professional Administrators Certificate (PAC formerly SBL-SDL) while I am in the Ed.D. Program?

Yes, the PAC program and the Ed.D.Program have courses that correlate so that you can work toward your licensing certificate and Ed.D. degree at the same time. Contact our office at (516) 323-3164.

I am not a teacher or administrator in the K-12 school system. Will I be considered for admission and will the program meet my needs?

Yes! While we anticipate that most participants will be educators in the K-12 context, the program is designed with a broad-based focus on leadership and diversity. See program goals and outcomes to determine if this Ed.D. is a viable option for you to reach your professional goals.

I have not been in graduate school for over 15 years. Do you think I can be successful in this program?

Yes! Length of time elapsed since last attendance in school is not be a selection criterion. While we anticipate admission to this program to be competitive and selective, we are confident that our comprehensive approach to candidate selection will result in inviting the best prospective participants to join the program.