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Educational Policy and Planning Program

Educational Policy and Planning Program Department of Educational Leadership and Policy The Educational Policy and Planning (EPP) Program, ranked 10th by U.S. News & World Report, prepares the next generation of scholars, researchers, and analysts who will strengthen and improve public education systems. We train education policy experts who address… Read More

Cooperative Superintendency Program

Cooperative Superintendency Program Doctoral Program Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Designed For This program is designed for experienced and aspiring education leaders who are committed to advancing excellence and system-wide improvement in public education and ready to move into district- and state-level executive leadership roles while continuing to… Read More

Higher Education Leadership and Policy Master’s Program

Higher Education Leadership and Policy Master’s Program Department of Educational Leadership and Policy The Master of Education (M.Ed.) Program in Higher Education Leadership and Policy (PHELP) is designed to advance the personal and intellectual development of individuals seeking careers as academic and student services educators and professionals in institutions… Read More

Higher Education Leadership and Policy – Doctoral Program

Higher Education Leadership and Policy Doctoral Program Department of Educational Leadership and Policy The Program in Higher Education Leadership and Policy (PHELP) is devoted to the scholarly study of higher education, its students and institutions, and its place in society. This program prepares, trains, and educates students to become… Read More

ELP Contact Us

Contact Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Main OfficeGeorge I. Sánchez BuildingSuite 3.308 Hours8 a.m. – 5 p.m.Monday – FridayClosed noon – 1 p.m. Mailing AddressDepartment of Educational Leadership and Policy1912 Speedway D5400Austin, TX 78712-1604 Phone: 512-471-7551Fax: 512-471-5975 Department Leadership Sarah Woulfin, Department Chair Denisa Gandara, Graduate… Read More

ELP Mission Statement

Mission Statement Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Mission To prepare and develop the finest leaders in the educational institutions of tomorrow To prepare and develop the finest researchers, policy analysts and professors in the field of educational administration To advance the scholarship—teaching, research and service—of educational administration  Vision The… Read More

How to Apply – Special Education

How to Apply (Graduate Programs) Department of Special Education The deadline shown in the graduate school application differs from our official deadline. For the most up‑to‑date information, please refer to the deadlines published on our program pages. The Department of Special Education seeks a diverse student body… Read More

Social Media for Professional Networking

Social Media for Professional Networking Career Engagement Use Social Media to Your Benefit Employers often screen candidates using social media. Therefore, your online and social media presence can be an employer’s first impression of you. Maximize your professional online presence by regularly updating your accomplishments and making connections to help… Read More

Featured Research

Making an Impact through Research Our faculty and students conduct research that touches all aspects of education, both inside and outside the classroom. We study the ways that people learn, and develop physically and mentally, by exploring areas that influence policy and the understanding of education and health. The driving force for… Read More

Interviewing

Interviewing Career Engagement You have worked hard during your college career by focusing on your studies, internships, student teaching, and other activities. You have developed a great résumé that cleanly summarizes your accomplishments and delivers a clear message about you to your potential employers. As a result, you have an… Read More