The Doctor of Philosophy with an emphasis in Educational Administration/Educational Leadership and Organizational Development encompasses five specialties: P-12 Administration, Postsecondary Administration, Sport Administration, Human Resource Development, and Evaluation. It prepare graduates to understand and perform basic and applied research in their specialty area.

It is important that you visit with the ELFH Doctoral Coordinator or one of our faculty members for more information and to ask detailed questions about the program before starting the application process. Please contact us at 502-852-0638 after you have reviewed the program and application materials. Your application cannot be processed without evidence of a telephone or office pre-consultation.

A complete list of program information and application materials is listed below. The "Dear Applicant" letter will help get you started.

Admission Requirements

• "Dear Applicant" letter [PDF]
• Directions for applicants [PDF]
• Program of Study [PDF]
• Graduate School on-line application
• Form for recommendations for Graduate School [PDF]
• Form for required attachment to recommendation (Attachment A) [PDF]
• Admission Review Dates (All paperwork due)
  • Oct. 15
  • Feb. 15
  • (Last opportunity for admission before deadline for application for Scottish Rite Foundation Fellowships, if available.)
  • July 15

Scholarships, Fellowships and Financial Aid

• UofL Student Financial Aid Office
• Graduate Assistantships
• CEHD Scholarships and Financial Aid
• Additional sources of financial aid

Student Perspective

"The College of Education and Human Development is responsible for my continued growth as an educational researcher by providing me with tremendous faculty support, rigorous course work, and numerous opportunities to be an active member in the local and wider educational community."
Judi Vanderhaar
Doctoral Student, Leadership, Foundations and Human Resource Education

Opportunities for Graduates

Advanced positions in the fields of education, training and development. Positions as a university professor in the field of education and human resource education. Positions in the fields of educational research and policy.