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Education Specialist - Educational Leadership

Chicago campus — Chicago, Illinois, United States

Study Level: Postgraduate · Postgraduate Certificate
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: January 2027
Tuition Fee: USD 23,136
Application Fee: USD 75
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description The Educational Leadership Specialist (EdS) program provides students with an area of educational specialization — with an emphasis on practice — to prepare them for administrative positions within a school system, such as elementary, middle and high school principal or superintendent. Through our Educational Leadership (EdS) program, students will learn how to: Effectively run urban schools Design and implement curriculum Develop critical and creative thinking skills Positively impact school culture by meeting the needs of diverse student populations The Educational Leadership (EdS) program offers advanced study beyond a master’s if students are not interested in pursuing a doctoral degree that requires a culminating dissertation or capstone. And by earning their EdS in Educational Leadership students will increase their skills for advanced licensure requirements or to meet state or professional requirements that can often be beneficial for their own career advancement and development in the field. All in-person classes meet in the evenings on the Lincoln Park Campus. The program can be completed in just over three years. Students will be able to: Facilitate, develop, and implement a shared notion of learning and curriculum from input of all district-wide stakeholders. Identify, understand, and apply relevant theory to create a professional learning community of growth for all district-wide stakeholders. Utilize and assess processes and policies for district-wide procedures with respect to efficient operations and management. Comprehend, and apply legal standards to prevent, mitigate, and redress harm to all district side stakeholders. Understand, implement, and evaluate all practices to ensure success of all students through integrity and fairness.

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Credential: Postgraduate Certificate
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: USD 23,136
Application fee: USD 75
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline: 14 October 2026
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Chicago campus

Chicago, Illinois, United States

1 E. Jackson Boulevard

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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About the Institution

DePaul University is the nation's largest Catholic university, with about 23,000 students and about 300 degree programs. Its partnerships throughout Chicago enable DePaul to provide an exceptional educational experience that is vibrant, pragmatic and socially engaged. Classes are small and taught by knowledgeable and experienced faculty members who take full advantage of Chicago’s corporate, cultural and community resources. DePaul is nationally recognized for incorporating service learning throughout its curriculum and for the academic rigor and prominence of its programs. Founded in 1898 by...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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