Our college serves as the foundation upon which Chicago State University was built in 1867 as a Teacher’s College. The College of Education is representative of an extremely diverse set of programs that can support you on your pathway to achieving your career goals. A common aspect of all of our programs is a commitment to educator preparation for a variety of settings.

While many of our programs lead to endorsement and educator licensure in the State of Illinois we also have programs in recreation, higher education, and information science. As a Minority-Serving Institution, we are focused on meeting the needs of our students through coursework and programs that demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to diversity.

Congratulations on taking the next step on your educational journey!

Our college serves as the foundation upon which Chicago State University was built in 1867 as a Teacher’s College. The College of Education is representative of an extremely diverse set of programs that can support you on your pathway to achieving your career goals. A common aspect of all of our programs is a commitment to educator preparation for a variety of settings.

While many of our programs lead to endorsement and educator licensure in the State of Illinois we also have programs in recreation, higher education, and information science. As a Minority-Serving Institution, we are focused on meeting the needs of our students through coursework and programs that demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to diversity.

Congratulations on taking the next step on your educational journey!

Chicago, USA

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Chicago State University College of Education

The Ed.D. in Educational Leadership degree is designed to develop excellent educational leaders who are well rounded in research and theory in the organizational, sociological, legal, economic, political, philosophical, and historical foundations of education. Our doctoral program has been designed to prepare leaders and administrators for service in a variety of organizational settings. Components of the degree program include the cohort model (wherein all students in the cohort begin and complete their core courses at the same time), application of theory to practice, action science, group presentations, theme-based and program-based seminars, frequent colloquia, and many other experiences deemed current and appropriate for doctoral students. Our expectations are that students completing the program will be prepared as knowledgeable and skilled practitioners fully equipped for success in a dynamic and changing world. Applicants are expected to demonstrate acumen in writing, problem-solving, data analysis, and the use of educational technology. Further, applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles, modes of inquiry, and content of educational administration and supervision. The Ed.D. in Educational Leadership program requires 54 semester hours of coursework, including 42 hours of core courses and 12 hours of dissertation writing. In addition to the required coursework, the doctoral program in Educational Leadership includes a qualifying examination (administered after the core coursework is completed), Dean's Forum, a Portfolio, the dissertation, and the dissertation defense.

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Master in Advanced Studies in Education

Thank you for your interest in Chicago State University's (CSU) Secondary Education Educator Licensure Programs. We are pleased that you are considering continuing your studies with us. Our programs are fully accredited by ISBE, NCATE and respective program SPAs. Our programs give hands-on experience in a small class setting. We also offer program-specific advising and a licensure counselor is available to answer your questions about licensure and endorsements. Our research-based program provides you with the tools to expand your skills in your chosen profession.

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