The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program described in this catalog is currently pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). These programs are not yet authorized for enrollment, and no students will be admitted until formal approval has been granted.
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is Reinhardt University's applied doctoral degree for business and organizational professionals who seek to advance their expertise, lead at the executive level, and contribute original applied research to their fields. The DBA is offered in three concentrations and requires 54 credit hours, comprising 39 hours of coursework and a 15-credit Applied Doctoral Capstone sequence.
The Reinhardt University DBA is delivered entirely online, allowing working professionals to advance their credentials without interrupting their careers. All synchronous requirements, including consultations, advising, and final defenses, are conducted via web conferencing. There is no on-campus residency requirement.
Concentrations
The DBA is currently available in the following concentrations:
General Business
Healthcare Administration
Organizational Leadership & Change
All DBA students complete the same Doctoral Business Core and Research & Analytics Core regardless of concentration. Students then complete nine credits of Applied Specialization coursework in their chosen concentration, followed by the Applied Doctoral Capstone.
Rooted in Reinhardt University's commitment to educate the whole person with challenge and care, the Doctor of Business Administration program prepares scholar-practitioners to lead at the executive level, advance evidence-based solutions to complex organizational challenges, and contribute original applied research to their fields. Grounded in rigorous inquiry, ethical leadership, and a commitment to professional excellence, the DBA develops business and organizational professionals who can drive meaningful, sustainable change across industries and institutions.
Admission Requirements
See Graduate Studies Admission — Common Policies for application procedures, admission statuses, holistic review criteria, and English proficiency requirements.
Admissions Standards
All DBA applicants must hold an earned master's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Admission is determined by academic profile and professional background as described below.
Candidate Profile
Minimum GPA
Required Academic Foundation
Professional Background
Admission Status
Business Master's Graduate
3.00 or higher
Regionally accredited MBA, MS in Management, MS in Finance, or equivalent
Currently working in a business, organizational, or leadership setting
Full Acceptance
Non-Business Master's Graduate
3.00 or higher
Master's degree in a non-business field
3+ years of professional leadership, organizational management, or executive experience
Full Acceptance
Academic Marginal Graduate
2.75–2.99
Any accredited master's degree
5+ years of progressive organizational leadership or executive management experience
Provisional Acceptance
In-Progress Master's Student
3.00 or higher (current)
Final semester of an accredited master's program, within 6 credit hours of completion
N/A
Preliminary Acceptance
Provisional Acceptance — DBA
Students admitted provisionally must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in their first 9 credit hours of DBA coursework. Failure to meet this standard may result in academic probation or dismissal from the program. See Academic Standards & Satisfactory Progress for full details.
Preliminary Acceptance — DBA
Students admitted on a preliminary basis must submit a final official transcript confirming degree conferral to the Office of Admissions by the end of their first semester of DBA enrollment. Full acceptance is contingent on receipt of this transcript.
English Proficiency
Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency by submitting official scores from one of the following:
TOEFL: 80 or higher (internet-based)
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Doctor of Business Administration program will be able to:
Apply advanced theoretical frameworks and current research to the analysis of complex organizational and business challenges.
Design and conduct rigorous applied research using appropriate quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods to generate evidence-based solutions.
Synthesize scholarly and professional literature to situate organizational problems within the broader field of business and management.
Develop and communicate evidence-based recommendations for improving organizational performance, strategy, and leadership effectiveness.
Demonstrate ethical leadership and professional conduct in the application of research to business and organizational decision-making.
Lead transformative change initiatives that advance organizational excellence, innovation, and sustainable competitive advantage.
Academic Performance
See Academic Standards & Satisfactory Progress — Common Policies for the full academic performance policy, including GPA requirements, the F Rule, academic probation, and dismissal procedures.
DBA-Specific Academic Standards
Standard
DBA
Minimum Cumulative GPA
3.0
Maximum "F" Grades Allowed
1
Probation Triggered By
GPA < 3.0 or 1st "F"
Capstone Grading Model
S / SP / U
Continuous Capstone Enrollment
Required until defense
Advising
DBA students are assigned a faculty advisor upon admission. The faculty advisor guides the student through degree planning, course selection — including advisor-approved elective selections for General Business concentration students — and academic progress review. Upon advancement to candidacy, the student will work with a Doctoral Capstone Committee consisting of a minimum of two members:
Committee Chair — A Reinhardt University faculty member who meets Reinhardt University faculty credentialing policies
Methodological Expert — A faculty member or qualified professional with demonstrated expertise in the research methodology employed by the candidate's project
Additional committee members may be appointed beyond this minimum. See Advising & Doctoral Committee Formation — Common Policies for full committee formation policy.
Transfer Credit
See Transfer Credit — Common Policies for the full transfer credit evaluation policy and Prior Learning Assessment statement.
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) — Transfer Credit Policy
Maximum Transfer Credit
Students may transfer a maximum of 15 credit hours into the DBA program.
Grade Requirement
Transfer courses must have been completed with a grade of "B" or better.
Recency
Transfer coursework must have been completed within 7 years of the student's projected DBA start date.
Non-Transferable Coursework
The following are not eligible for transfer credit in the DBA program:
Research & Analytics Core courses, unless a direct content match is confirmed by the Registrar
Doctoral Business Core courses, unless a direct content match is confirmed by the Registrar
Capstone Requirements
Applied Doctoral Capstone
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) requires the completion of an Applied Doctoral Capstone. The Applied Doctoral Capstone is grounded in a problem of practice — a significant, persistent challenge within the candidate's professional or organizational context that warrants systematic inquiry and evidence-based intervention. The problem of practice serves as the organizing focus for all four capstone components, from initial identification through final defense.
Advancement to Candidacy
A DBA student advances to doctoral candidacy upon the successful completion of all pre-capstone coursework requirements — 39 credit hours across the Doctoral Business Core, Applied Specialization, and Research & Analytics Core components — with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and no unresolved academic deficiencies.
Upon advancement to candidacy, the student:
Establishes the Doctoral Capstone Committee (see Advising & Doctoral Committee Formation)
Registers for the Applied Doctoral Capstone sequence (DBA 887–890)
Is subject to the continuous enrollment requirement through degree completion
See Qualifying Examinations & Advancement to Candidacy — Common Policies for full candidacy requirements.
Capstone Grading
DBA Applied Doctoral Capstone courses are graded on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory model. The following grades apply:
Grade
Meaning
Outcome
SP — Satisfactory Progress
The student is making adequate progress but has not yet completed the capstone component
Student re-enrolls in the course the following term and continues until completion
S — Satisfactory Completion
The student has successfully completed the capstone component
Student advances to the next capstone course
U — Unsatisfactory
The student has not made adequate progress
May result in academic probation or dismissal, subject to committee review
Component-Specific Completion Standards
Capstone I (DBA 887): Satisfactory completion of the problem identification and literature review component. A grade of "S" in Capstone I indicates the student has produced a scholarly foundation sufficient to advance to proposal development.
Capstone II (DBA 888): Satisfactory completion indicates the student's research proposal has been reviewed, defended, and approved by the Doctoral Capstone Committee. The proposal defense is a formal, synchronous presentation before the full committee. A grade of "S" in Capstone II serves as the committee's formal approval to proceed to data collection and analysis.
Capstone III (DBA 889): Satisfactory completion indicates that the student has completed data collection, analysis, and solution development and that the Committee Chair has determined the student is reasonably prepared for a successful final defense. A grade of "S" in Capstone III serves as the Chair's formal endorsement that the student is cleared to schedule the final defense.
Defense Format & Outcomes
The Applied Doctoral Capstone sequence includes two formal defenses, both conducted via synchronous web conference:
Proposal Defense — conducted at the conclusion of Capstone II, prior to advancing to data collection
Final Defense — conducted at the conclusion of Capstone III, upon the Committee Chair's formal endorsement of defense readiness
The Proposal and Final Defenses are open to all members of the Reinhardt University community.
Defense Outcomes
Outcome
Meaning
Pass
The candidate has successfully defended. At the proposal defense, a Pass authorizes the candidate to advance to data collection and enroll in Capstone III. At the final defense, a Pass clears the candidate for degree conferral pending all remaining requirements.
Pass with Revisions
The candidate has demonstrated sufficient mastery but must complete specified revisions to the satisfaction of the Committee Chair before advancing to the next stage or receiving degree conferral.
Fail
The candidate has not successfully defended; next steps are determined by the committee in consultation with the program director
Graduation Requirements
See Graduation & Degree Conferral — Common Policies for the full graduation eligibility policy, application for graduation procedures, degree conferral timeline, and commencement information.
DBA-Specific Graduation Requirements
To be eligible for graduation from the DBA program, a student must have:
Completed all 54 required credit hours of the DBA curriculum
Earned a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Successfully defended the Applied Doctoral Capstone (DBA 890)
Resolved all incomplete grades, academic deficiencies, and academic integrity matters
Met all financial obligations to the University
Submitted a completed Application for Graduation to the Office of the Registrar
The Educational Specialist (EdS), Doctor of Education (EdD) programs described in this catalog are currently pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). These programs are not yet authorized for enrollment, and no students will be admitted until formal approval has been granted.
The Doctor of Education (EdD) is Reinhardt University's applied doctoral degree for education professionals who seek to lead transformative change in educational institutions, organizations, and communities. The EdD is offered in four concentrations: General, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Leadership, and Organizational Leadership. The program requires 54 credit hours, comprising 39 hours of coursework and a 15-credit Applied Capstone Project sequence.
The Reinhardt University EdD is delivered entirely online, allowing working professionals to advance their credentials without interrupting their careers. All synchronous requirements, including consultations, advising, and final defenses, are conducted via web conferencing. There is no on-campus residency requirement.
Program Coordinator
Program Coordinator to be announced.
Mission
Rooted in Reinhardt University's commitment to educate the whole person with challenge and care, the Doctor of Education program prepares scholar-practitioners to lead meaningful, evidence-based change in educational institutions and organizations. Grounded in applied research, reflective practice, and a commitment to equity and excellence, the EdD develops professionals who can identify complex problems of practice, design rigorous solutions, and advance the field of education through disciplined inquiry and transformative leadership.
Admission Requirements
See Graduate Studies Admission — Common Policies for application procedures, admission statuses, holistic review criteria, and English proficiency requirements. Specific admission requirements for the Doctor of Education (EdD) degree appear below.
Admissions Standards
All EdD applicants must hold an earned master's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Admission is determined by academic profile and professional background as described below.
Candidate Profile
Minimum GPA
Required Academic Foundation
Professional Background
Admission Status
Education Master's Graduate
3.00 or higher
Regionally accredited MEd, MA in Teaching, MS in Education, or equivalent
Currently working in a K–12, higher education, or instructional setting
Full Acceptance
Non-Education Master's Graduate
3.00 or higher
Master's degree in a non-education field
3+ years of professional training, corporate development, or institutional leadership experience
Full Acceptance
Academic Marginal Graduate
2.75–2.99
Any accredited master's degree
5+ years of progressive educational leadership or administrative experience
Provisional Acceptance
In-Progress Master's Student
3.00 or higher (current)
Final semester of an accredited Education master's program, within 6 credit hours of completion
N/A
Preliminary Acceptance
Provisional Acceptance — EdD
Students admitted provisionally must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in their first 9 credit hours of EdD coursework. Failure to meet this standard may result in academic probation or dismissal from the program. See Academic Standards & Satisfactory Progress for full details.
Preliminary Acceptance — EdD
Students admitted on a preliminary basis must submit a final official transcript confirming degree conferral to the Office of Admissions by the end of their first semester of EdD enrollment. Full acceptance is contingent on receipt of this transcript.
English Proficiency
Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency by submitting official scores from one of the following:
TOEFL: 80 or higher (internet-based)
EdS-to-EdD Completion Pathway
A Named Pathway for EdS Graduates
Reinhardt University offers a formal EdS-to-EdD Completion Pathway for graduates of regionally accredited Education Specialist programs who wish to pursue the Doctor of Education. This pathway recognizes the advanced graduate work already completed at the specialist level and allows qualifying students to apply the full credit value of their EdS toward the EdD degree.
Eligibility
To qualify for the EdS-to-EdD Completion Pathway, students must:
Hold an earned EdS degree from an accredited institution
Have completed all EdS coursework with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
Meet all standard EdD admissions requirements (see Admissions Requirements & Application Process)
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Doctor of Education program will be able to:
Apply advanced theoretical frameworks and current research to the analysis of complex problems of practice in educational and organizational settings.
Design and conduct rigorous applied research using appropriate qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods to generate evidence-based solutions.
Synthesize scholarly literature to situate problems of practice within the broader field of education and related disciplines.
Develop and communicate evidence-based recommendations for improving educational systems, programs, and organizational performance.
Demonstrate ethical leadership and professional conduct in the application of research to educational and organizational challenges.
Lead transformative change initiatives that advance equity, inclusion, and excellence in educational institutions and communities.
Academic Performance
See Academic Standards & Satisfactory Progress — Common Policies for the full academic performance policy, including GPA requirements, the F Rule, academic probation, and dismissal procedures.
EdD-Specific Academic Standards
Standard
EdD
Minimum Cumulative GPA
3.0
Maximum "F" Grades Allowed
1
Probation Triggered By
GPA < 3.0 or 1st "F"
Capstone Grading Model
S / SP / U
Continuous Capstone Enrollment
Required until defense
Mid-Program Milestone Degree
EdS (at 30 credit hours)
Advising
EdD students are assigned a faculty advisor upon admission. The faculty advisor guides the student through degree planning, course selection — including advisor-approved elective selections — and academic progress review. Upon advancement to candidacy, the student will work with a Doctoral Capstone Committee consisting of a minimum of two members:
Committee Chair — A Reinhardt University faculty member who meets Reinhardt University faculty credentialing policies
Methodological Expert — A faculty member or qualified professional with demonstrated expertise in the research methodology employed by the candidate's project
Additional committee members may be appointed beyond this minimum. See Advising & Doctoral Committee Formation — Common Policies for full committee formation policy.
Transfer Credit
Maximum Transfer Credit
Students without an EdS degree may transfer a maximum of 15 credit hours into the EdD program.
Transfer policies for students admitted through the EdS-to-EdD Completion Pathway are governed by a separate policy below.
Grade Requirement
Transfer courses must have been completed with a grade of "B" or better.
Recency
Transfer coursework must have been completed within 7 years of the student's projected EdD start date.
Non-Transferable Coursework
The following are not eligible for transfer credit in the EdD program:
The Applied Capstone Project sequence (EDU 887, EDU 888, EDU 889, EDU 900)
Advanced research core courses, unless a direct content match is confirmed by the Registrar
Core leadership concept courses, unless a direct content match is confirmed by the Registrar
See Transfer Credit — Common Policies for the full transfer credit evaluation policy and Prior Learning Assessment statement.
EdS-to-EdD Completion Pathway
Transfer Credit Under This Pathway
Eligible EdS graduates may transfer up to 100% of their EdS credit hours into the Reinhardt EdD program, subject to the following conditions:
All transferred courses must meet the standard 70% content overlap requirement as determined by the Registrar
All coursework must fall within the 7-year recency window
Doctoral capstone courses are strictly non-transferable regardless of pathway
Remaining Requirements
Students admitted through the EdS-to-EdD Completion Pathway complete the remaining EdD requirements not satisfied by transferred credit, including the full Applied Capstone Project sequence (EDU 887, 888, 889, and EDU 900).
Students interested in the EdS-to-EdD Completion Pathway should contact the program coordinator to request a transfer credit evaluation prior to applying.
Capstone Requirements
Applied Capstone Project
The Doctor of Education (EdD) requires the completion of an Applied Capstone Project. The Applied Capstone Project is grounded in a problem of practice — a significant, persistent challenge within the candidate's professional or organizational context that warrants systematic inquiry and evidence-based intervention. The problem of practice serves as the organizing focus for all four capstone components, from initial identification through final defense.
Advancement to Candidacy
An EdD student advances to doctoral candidacy upon the successful completion of all pre-capstone coursework requirements — 39 credit hours across the Foundational Education Theory, program Core, Research & Evaluation Core, and Specialization Electives components — with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and no unresolved academic deficiencies.
Upon advancement to candidacy, the student:
Establishes the Doctoral Capstone Committee (see Advising & Doctoral Committee Formation)
Registers for the Applied Capstone Project sequence (EDU 887–900)
Is subject to the continuous enrollment requirement through degree completion
See Qualifying Examinations & Advancement to Candidacy — Common Policies for full candidacy requirements.
Capstone Grading
EdD Applied Capstone courses are graded on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory model. The following grades apply:
Grade
Meaning
Outcome
SP — Satisfactory Progress
The student is making adequate progress but has not yet completed the capstone component
Student re-enrolls in the course the following term and continues until completion
S — Satisfactory Completion
The student has successfully completed the capstone component
Student advances to the next capstone course
U — Unsatisfactory
The student has not made adequate progress
May result in academic probation or dismissal, subject to committee review
Component-Specific Completion Standards
Capstone I (EDU 887): Satisfactory completion of the problem identification and literature review component. A grade of "S" in Capstone I indicates the student has produced a scholarly foundation sufficient to advance to proposal development.
Capstone II (EDU 888): Satisfactory completion indicates the student's research proposal has been reviewed, defended, and approved by the Doctoral Capstone Committee. The proposal defense is a formal, synchronous presentation before the full committee. A grade of "S" in Capstone II serves as the committee's formal approval to proceed to data collection and analysis.
Capstone III (EDU 889): Satisfactory completion indicates that the student has completed data collection, analysis, and solution development and that the Committee Chair has determined the student is reasonably prepared for a successful final defense. A grade of "S" in Capstone III serves as the Chair's formal endorsement that the student is cleared to schedule the final defense.
Defense Format & Outcomes
The Applied Capstone Project sequence includes two formal defenses, both conducted via synchronous web conference:
Proposal Defense — conducted at the conclusion of Capstone II, prior to advancing to data collection
Final Defense — conducted at the conclusion of Capstone III, upon the Committee Chair's formal endorsement of defense readiness
The Proposal and Final Defenses are open to all members of the Reinhardt University Community.
Defense Outcomes
Outcome
Meaning
Pass
The candidate has successfully defended. At the proposal defense, a Pass authorizes the candidate to advance to data collection and enroll in Capstone III. At the final defense, a Pass clears the candidate for degree conferral pending all remaining requirements.
Pass with Revisions
The candidate has demonstrated sufficient mastery but must complete specified revisions to the satisfaction of the Committee Chair before advancing to the next stage or receiving degree conferral.
Fail
The candidate has not successfully defended; next steps are determined by the committee in consultation with the program director
Graduation Requirements
See Graduation & Degree Conferral — Common Policies for the full graduation eligibility policy, application for graduation procedures, degree conferral timeline, and commencement information.
Mid-Program EdS Conferral
The EdD program's 39 credit hours of pre-capstone coursework include the same 30 credit hours required for the EdS degree. EdD students who:
Complete the 30 credit hours that satisfy EdS degree requirements, and
Meet all EdS academic standards (cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, no unresolved academic deficiencies)
...are eligible to have the EdS degree conferred at that point in their EdD progression, without any additional coursework or application.
Students interested in EdS conferral during their EdD program should notify their academic advisor and the Office of the Registrar when they approach the 30-credit milestone.
EdD-Specific Graduation Requirements
To be eligible for graduation from the EdD program, a student must have:
Completed all 54 required credit hours of the EdD curriculum
Earned a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Successfully defended the Applied Capstone Project (EDU 900)
Resolved all incomplete grades, academic deficiencies, and academic integrity matters
Met all financial obligations to the University
Submitted a completed Application for Graduation to the Office of the Registrar
The Education Specialist (EdS), Doctor of Education (EdD) programs described in this catalog are currently pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). These programs are not yet authorized for enrollment, and no students will be admitted until formal approval has been granted.
The Education Specialist (EdS) is an advanced graduate degree designed for experienced education professionals who seek to deepen their expertise in educational leadership, curriculum and instruction, or a related specialization beyond the master's level. The EdS is a post-master’s specialist degree that occupies a distinct level between master’s and doctoral study and is widely recognized as an advanced practitioner credential in educational leadership and instructional fields. The EdS is offered in two concentrations: Curriculum and Instruction, and Educational Leadership.
The Reinhardt University EdS is delivered entirely online, allowing working professionals to advance their credentials without interrupting their careers. All synchronous requirements are conducted via web conferencing. There is no on-campus residency requirement.
Please Note: The Education Specialist (EdS) program described herein is pending approval by SACSCOC and is not currently open for enrollment. Program details are subject to change prior to and following approval.
Program Coordinator
Program Coordinator to be announced.
Mission
The EdS program at Reinhardt University prepares experienced education professionals for advanced leadership, instructional, and administrative roles in K–12 and higher education settings. Through rigorous graduate coursework and applied learning experiences, EdS students develop the theoretical grounding, research literacy, and practical expertise necessary to lead meaningful change in their professional contexts.
Admission Requirements
See Advanced Graduate & Doctoral Admissions — Common Policies for application procedures, admission statuses, and English proficiency requirements.
EdS Admissions Standards
All EdS applicants must hold an earned master's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Admission is determined by academic profile and professional background as described below.
Candidate Profile
Minimum GPA
Required Academic Foundation
Professional Background
Admission Status
Education Master's Graduate
3.00 or higher
Regionally accredited MEd, MA in Teaching, MS in Education, or equivalent
Currently working in a K–12, higher education, or instructional setting
Full Acceptance
Non-Education Master's Graduate
3.00 or higher
Master's degree in a non-education field
3+ years of professional training, corporate development, or institutional leadership experience
Full Acceptance
Academic Marginal Graduate
2.75–2.99
Any accredited master's degree
5+ years of progressive educational leadership or administrative experience
Provisional Acceptance
In-Progress Master's Student
3.00 or higher (current)
Final semester of an accredited master's program, within 6 credit hours of completion
N/A
Preliminary Acceptance
Provisional Acceptance — EdS
Students admitted provisionally must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in their first 9 credit hours of EdS coursework. Failure to meet this standard may result in academic probation or dismissal from the program. See Academic Standards & Satisfactory Progress for full details.
Preliminary Acceptance — EdS
Students admitted on a preliminary basis must submit a final official transcript confirming degree conferral to the Office of Admissions by the end of their first semester of EdS enrollment. Full acceptance is contingent on receipt of this transcript.
Transfer Credit — EdS
See Transfer Credit — Common Policies for the full transfer credit evaluation policy and Prior Learning Assessment statement.
EdS students may transfer a maximum of 15 semester credit hours of graduate-level coursework toward the EdS degree, subject to the standard transfer credit evaluation criteria. All transferred coursework must be approved by the program director prior to application toward degree requirements.
Grade Requirement
Transfer courses must have been completed with a grade of "B" or better.
Recency
Transfer coursework must have been completed within 5 years of the student's projected EdS start date.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Education Specialist degree, graduates will be able to:
Synthesize advanced theoretical frameworks in educational leadership, curriculum, and instruction to inform professional practice.
Apply research literacy skills to critically evaluate and utilize scholarly literature in educational contexts.
Design and implement evidence-based strategies to address complex challenges in K–12 or higher education settings.
Demonstrate advanced competency in their chosen specialization area through applied coursework and professional practice.
Communicate effectively as educational leaders in written, oral, and digital formats appropriate to professional and scholarly audiences.
Academic Performance
See Academic Standards & Satisfactory Progress — Common Policies for the full academic performance policy, including GPA requirements, the F Rule, academic probation, and dismissal procedures.
EdS-Specific Academic Standards
Standard
EdS
Minimum Cumulative GPA
3.0
Maximum "F" Grades Allowed
1
Probation Triggered By
GPA < 3.0 or 1st “F”
Capstone Grading Model
N/A
Continuous Capstone Enrollment
N/A
Mid-Program Milestone Degree
N/A
Advising
EdS students are assigned a faculty advisor upon admission. The faculty advisor guides the student through degree planning, course selection — including advisor-approved elective selections — and academic progress review.
Capstone & Comprehensive Examination Requirements
The Education Specialist (EdS) does not require a capstone project or comprehensive examination. Students demonstrate mastery of program content through coursework performance across all program components. Degree completion is contingent on satisfying all credit hour, GPA, and course grade requirements as described under Academic Performance above and Graduation Requirements below.
Graduation Requirements
See Graduation & Degree Conferral — Common Policies for the full graduation eligibility policy, application for graduation procedures, degree conferral timeline, and commencement information.
EdS-Specific Graduation Requirements
To be eligible for graduation from the EdS program, a student must have:
Completed all 30 required credit hours of the EdS curriculum
Earned a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Resolved all incomplete grades, academic deficiencies, and academic integrity matters
Met all financial obligations to the University
Submitted a completed Application for Graduation to the Office of the Registrar
