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EdD in Urban Educational Leadership

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  • On-Campus
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Be known as an education leader who translates philosophy into real-world learning experiences. Deepen your knowledge of designing and implementing innovative programs and gain expertise in urban school settings.

57Credit Hours
48Months to Complete
1Program Track
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Transform Your Future with the EdD in Urban Educational Leadership

Reach your fullest potential in education administration with the urban educational leadership EdD program at Morgan State University. Our uniquely designed doctoral program focuses on preparing you for leadership roles in urban school settings and other educational agencies.

Move through your coursework efficiently in classes based on an eight-week format.

  • Take seven core courses and then choose from diverse electives that set you up for success

  • Pursue one program track: coursework + dissertation

  • Study on campus or online

  • Complete your degree in as little as 48 months

Why Morgan?

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    We take pride in our diversity and international-friendly community. Over 20% of Morgan students identify as nonblack, coming from the United States or places like Africa, China, Saudi Arabia, and more.

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    Over 55,000 Morgan alumni make up a passionate network that spans the United States and beyond. Our graduates become leaders in their communities, their careers, and the world.

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    Morgan is first among all HBCUs for Fulbright Scholars. Our students excel in their fields, pursuing higher levels of research and achievement.

Advance in Your Professional Career

There is no better time than now to pursue a career in urban education leadership—an occupation that brings meaningful change to schools. Designed for mid-level education administrators looking to take on leadership roles, the EdD in Urban Educational Leadership will bring you closer to your future endeavors. We will prepare you for academic and professional pathways full of growth and opportunity that will enable you to make a real difference. Join the committed educators of today working toward improving education.

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Learn In-Demand Skills

Acquire the knowledge you need to take on leadership roles in urban school systems and educational agencies. Refine your skills and become an effective leader in all types of related institutions.

  • Education economics and finance

  • Education policy and politics

  • Planning for schools

  • Research and analysis methods

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Secure Your Ideal Career

Once you graduate with your doctorate in urban educational leadership, you will have what it takes to succeed at the highest levels of educational institutions. These are just some of the many career opportunities in the field.

  • Principal/Assistant Principal

  • Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent

  • Professor

  • National and State Education Department Specialists/Coordinator

  • Educational Administrator

  • Researcher

Pursue Hands-On Research and Internships

Find the competitive edge you have been seeking. Maximize your potential with real-world experiences outside the classroom, including career-oriented internships, advanced research or thesis projects, and networking events in the Baltimore-Washington metropolis. Make connections in the community. Collaborate with our award-winning faculty. Or take advantage of Morgan State University's partnerships with area schools. Here, you have every opportunity you need to thrive.

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Engage in Community Programs

Make a difference in Northeast Baltimore neighborhoods while advancing your career. The Morgan Community Mile is a university-community partnership that improves the area’s quality of life and economic prosperity.

Contribute to Our Legacy of Excellence

At Morgan, student success is our top priority. Our goal is to provide an exceptional learning environment in which your academic, intellectual, and personal growth excel far beyond your expectations and long after graduation. Known for our achievements in the humanities and social sciences, we have a strong history of guiding students toward success no matter what the challenge. We are confident you will become part of our legacy of excellence, just like doctoral candidate Brianna Ross, the 2021 Baltimore County Teacher of the year. Challenge yourself to accomplish the unimaginable.

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The program develops educational leaders as change-makers and contributors, especially in educational equity and just society. My professors motivated and guided me in writing. Now I have several peer-reviewed publications. I have formed my own scholarly identity worldwide and regularly organized international webinars and conferences.
- Muhammad Sharif Uddin, EdD in Urban Educational Leadership, Doctoral Candidate

Financial Support Makes Things Possible

Choosing the right urban educational leadership doctoral program is a big decision—and we are here to help you navigate the options available for funding your education. Whether you are an in-state, out-of-state, or international student, you may be eligible for Graduate Funding.. We also offer two types of Graduate Assistantships: Teaching Assistantships (TAs) and Research Assistantships (RAs). Both provide special learning opportunities in exchange for a stipend/salary and Tuition Award. In addition, by simply filing your FAFSA each year, you will be able to participate in the Federal Plus Loans and Federal Direct Loan Programs. With proper planning, going back to graduate school is more than possible. We are committed to breaking barriers and opening doors for all future students. Contact us to learn more about affordability at Morgan’s School of Graduate Studies.

  • Graduate Fellowships and federal Title III Graduate Fellowships provide a stipend and Tuition Award

  • Teaching Assistantships offer you the chance to teach and assist with undergraduate courses

  • Research Assistantships give you research experience with faculty-led or external projects

  • Federal Direct Loan Programs include the Direct Subsidized and Direct Unsubsidized Loans

  • Additional Grants and Scholarships from external sources award free money—so apply early

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Discover the EdD in Urban Educational Leadership

Find meaningful success—both personally and professionally—with the On-Campus or Online EdD in Urban Educational Leadership. If you are ready to learn valuable skills for a more rewarding career, why wait? Request more information today and we will reach out to you with all the details.

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