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Educational Leadership for Social Justice (Ed.D.)

The Doctorate in Educational Leadership for Social Justice is an innovative 3-year program whose vision is a better and more socially just future for PK-12 schools and other educational and community settings. Our Ed.D. program is designed to provide experienced educators and community leaders with the tools, theories, and experiences needed to succeed in transforming educational settings into inclusive and equitable learning environments. Combining theory with practice, the curriculum provides candidates with a better understanding of the complex issues impacting education and student achievement, and prepares graduates as change agents. RSVP to attend an Information Session to learn more.

Upcoming Events

  • Thu, 07 May 2020 12:00:00 -0700
    LMU Doctoral Program Information Sessions
    Join us for an Informational Webinar. Learn more about LMU's Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership for Social Justice, meet the faculty, and hear from current students...
  • Thu, 10 Sep 2020 18:00:00 -0700
    LMU Doctoral Program Information Sessions at University Hall
    Join us for a Campus Information Session. Learn more about LMU's Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership for Social Justice, meet the faculty, and hear from current...
Leaders for social justice in education are needed, now more than ever. Advance your career and lead socially just change in your schools and communities with a Doctorate in Educational Leadership for Social Justice from Loyola Marymount University’s School of Education.
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The LMU Ed.D. Experience
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Curriculum
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Angela Bass, Ed.D. '11, Vice President, Partners for Developing Futures
Angela Bass, Ed.D. ’11
“The things that I learned have helped to shape the work that I do and how I lead today.”
Candy Navarro, Ed.D. '16, Director of College Counseling and Advising, Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy
Candy Navarro, Ed.D. ’16
“The program allowed me to become a more empowered leader of color who makes intellectual contributions to educational scholarship while advocating for social change.”
Ricardo Pedroarias, Ed.D. '11, Assistant Principal and Head Varsity Football Coach, Loyola High School
Ricardo Pedroarias, Ed.D. ’11
“LMU is improving the field of educational leadership nationwide by graduating leaders whose focus is infusing their research practices with the goal of creating change.”
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1:1
Student to Dissertation Chair Ratio
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18-20
Students per Cohort
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97%
Completion Rate
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3
Year Program