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EdD (Doctor of Education)
Doctoral candidates must hold a master's degree or its academic equivalent from an accredited institution. Students entering the doctoral program with advanced standing-where that option is available-(example: two master's degrees or a master's and a CAGS) will be required to complete a minimum of 32 graduate-level (500-level or higher) credits. Specific requirements relative to the selection of courses, seminars, and research or independent study are determined by the student's department of concentration. Departments generally require a number of courses beyond the minimum.

• Each EdD candidate must complete a schoolwide core requirement of a 4-credit course (SED ED 700 series) beginning in September of the first academic year of matriculation.
• Every doctoral candidate must take at least three courses (12 credits), beyond those taken at the master's level, from a list of designated research offerings, including SED RS 650 which is required.
• Every doctoral candidate must spend a minimum of two consecutive semesters in residence at Boston University. Residence is defined as registration for a minimum of 12 credit hours at the University during each of two consecutive semesters. (Summer terms may be considered one semester.)
• A formal application for a comprehensive examination must be filed with the department chairman and faculty advisor. The examination must be completed successfully.
• Each candidate must demonstrate the ability to make a significant contribution in his or her field and to report this contribution successfully in a doctoral dissertation.
• For doctoral-level registration requirements, refer to the Policies and Procedures for SED Graduate Students section.

Note: The residency requirement may be met by holding a research or teaching assistant position and registering for a minimum of 8 credit hours for two consecutive semesters. For additional information, contact your academic advisor, refer to the School of Education Policies and Regulations Handbook, or contact Associate Dean Boyd Dewey.