Overview
Our students focus on a critical examination of themselves to understand their role in the education system and are committed to disrupting and rebuilding this system.
The Transformative Action in Education program from University of the Pacific focuses on the study and practice of transformative leadership for social change through education. We purposefully recruit students from every educational sector (K12 education, higher education, private schools, charter schools, and non-profit educational organizations).
Project-based Dissertation
Our faculty work with each student in deciding which type of dissertation is most appropriate to address a "problem of practice," with the ultimate goal of producing innovative and creative solutions using one of several methodologies including Action Research, Design Thinking, Program Evaluation, and Case Study.
Supportive Community
A distinctive element of our program is the structured individual and group support that continues through graduation. Traditionally, the dissertation writing process is an isolated, individual endeavor. While our dissertations consist of individual research, we have unique cohort support structures in place that help you to move through the process with others. Students continue meeting as a group until they defend their dissertation.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Socio-Cultural Perspectives and Inquiry
- Cultural, Social and Emotional Literacy
- Teaching as a Subversive Activity
- Trends, Issues and Dynamics of Change
- Seminar: Leading Complex Organizations
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Deadline: May 31st
Language
Credits
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Disciplines
Education Educational Leadership View 164 other PhDs in Educational Leadership in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better for the last 60 units of college or post-baccalaureate work
- A relevant master's degree from an accredited university
- Evidence of qualities and character in keeping with the philosophy and standards of the University of the Pacific and the Benerd School of Education.
Tuition Fee
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International
21914 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1174 USD per credit during 36 months. -
National
21914 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1174 USD per credit during 36 months.
Living costs for Stockton
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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