Ed.D. Degree Completion Program
- A conferred Master’s degree in Education from a college or university that is institutionally accredited by a CHEA-approved agency.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on the transcript of the Master’s degree.
- 28 doctoral level transfer credits.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on the transcript of the doctoral level coursework.
- A minimum of three years of experience in education, or a related field.
- Written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct and deliver the results of meaningful research.
- Submission of a scholarly writing sample or the dissertation/doctoral study proposal.
- Information technology skills sufficient to effectively participate in the Trident Ed.D. pedagogical model.
- Proof of English proficiency (international students only; see section on English Proficiency).
Required Documents
Subject to additional college- or program-specific admission requirements, the following documents are required for admission:
- Admission Application
- Official transcripts from the institutionally accredited college or university granting the qualifying Master’s degree.
- Official transcripts from the institutionally accredited college or university where prior doctoral level coursework was completed.
- A cover letter that describes current leadership qualifications, professional goals, potential research topic(s), and why the student is applying to the degree program at Trident.
- Curriculum vitae (resume) showing work experience in education or a related field.
- Two letters of recommendation from references that speak to academic potential and leadership qualifications.
- A letter of support from a current or past employer that documents your ability to conduct practitioner research (may also serve as one letter of recommendation).
- Scholarly writing sample or dissertation/doctoral study proposal document.