EdD Application and Requirements
Take the first step to complete your Professional Practice Educational Doctorate in administration and leadership. Review the admission requirements and application process thoroughly to help ensure your application is complete and processed expeditiously.
The next start date for the Doctor of Education program:
- Summer 2022 term begins July 2022. The application deadline is May 15, 2022.
Touro Nevada is here for you, wherever you are.
Touro Nevada is focused on educating the best and brightest to join the courageous educational and healthcare providers that are seeing us through these unique and challenging times. We are ready to start your new classes online this summer.
Communication with the School
We are working remotely but you can now communicate with us through Zoom Video conferencing.
You are encouraged to email the EdD Program Manager, Geraldine, at gandrews@touro.edu to schedule a Zoom appointment.
Admission Requirements
Expand to view the specific educational standards and personal qualifications you'll need for consideration of your application.
Earned a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or higher in most recent degree.
Obtained a master's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
- Hold U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status at the time of application
- All foreign transcripts must be professionally evaluated by an agency such as World Education Services or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
We are currently unable to offer our EdD program in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Oregon, Washington, and Wisconsin.
COVID-19 FAQs
Touro Nevada recognizes this may be a stressful time for prospective students. Please review the COVID-19 FAQs below and contact your program manager, Geraldine Andrews-Eubanks, gandrews@touro.edu if you have any additional questions. Thank you for your continued interest. Stay safe!
This requirement may be waived and will be determined on a case-by-case basis by the program manager.
All final transcripts and conferred degree must be received to meet admission requirements. All incoming students who do not have final transcripts and conferred degree submitted prior to acceptance, will be closely monitored and will maintain their conditional acceptance status until the document(s) is received.
How to Apply
We welcome all qualified applicants to apply. You will need to meet specific educational standards and personal qualifications for consideration of your application.
You must submit:
- A completed application and a $75 nonrefundable application fee.
- All official transcripts from each institution you have attended, including undergraduate, graduate, and foreign.
- All foreign transcripts must be professionally evaluated by an agency, such as World Education Services, NACES or an agency approved by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers.
- Three letters of recommendation, including one from an academic source.
- For the 2022-2023 application cycle, two letters of recommendation will be required. One from a professional source and one from an academic source.
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Typed personal essay
- All official transcripts from each institution you have attended, including undergraduate, graduate, and foreign.
Mail supporting documents to:
Touro University Nevada
Attn: Office of Admissions
874 American Pacific Drive
Henderson, NV 89014
Failure to comply with the above requirements by the date stated in your admissions invitation letter will result in revocation of the admission invitation.
Common Questions
You may have questions regarding admissions to the EdD program. We have answered some of the most common questions below.
Yes, for the 2022—2023 application cycle only virtual interviews will be held.
You will work on your dissertation during the lifespan of the program. Our faculty will help you arrive at your dissertation subject as well.
Students are required to attend (either in-person or virtually) two, one-week long intensive sessions in June of year one and June of year two.
We accept transfer credits on a case-by-case basis.
The program is designed for the working professional. Students will need to devote approximately 10-12 hours a week. It is recommended students develop a routine to balance work and life commitments.
Questions? Contact Us
Geraldine Andrews-Eubanks
Admissions & Recruitment Program Manager
gandrews@touro.edu
(702) 777-4748
