Curriculum and Instruction Ed.D.

Incorporate STEM in Classrooms and Careers

The Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a Focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics from University of Houston-Clear Lake is a program for educational leaders including K-14 educators, business and informal professionals who wish to advance their careers. The doctoral degree will address the needs of professionals in the K-14 education sector who seek to improve their practice, positively impact their institutions, and advance their professional careers. The program will also address the needs of professionals in the informal education sector such as those who work at zoos, museums, educational outreach and community centers, as well as other educational related STEM industries and businesses.

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You, STEM and Your Career

With an Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on STEM, you can be at the forefront of the current STEM trend in your profession. From the K-14 education sector to business and industry to higher education, you will explore how to influence leadership policy, create new curriculum road maps addressing the instructional needs of diverse communities, and design innovative plans that result in meaningful changes transforming your workplace into a dynamic, hands-on learning environment.

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Admission Requirements

• Curriculum and Instruction Ed.D.
• Admission Deadline

  Fall Only: July 15

• Application

  Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student.

• Special Requirements
  • Master's Degree from an Accredited Institution
  • Resume
  • Letter of intent. Please include within your 2-page, double-spaced letter:
    
    • a paragraph that explains why you want admittance into a doctoral program,
    • a paragraph that describes an event/project that you led in your organization (or unit) that you believe is a predictor of your success in a doctoral program, and
    • 2 - 3 paragraphs that describe problems of practice you think you would like to explore during your doctoral studies and what impact you would like to have in your future profession, OR
    • 2 - 3 paragraphs that demonstrate that you are well-versed in the knowledge-base of your discipline or field of expertise (using research as evidence)
  • Three reference forms - At least one reference must be from a supervisor or other administrator familiar with the applicant's work. If possible, at least one of the Reference Forms should be from a professor involved in the applicant's master's program.
  • Official transcripts from each accredited institution sent to the Office of Admissions.
  • Unofficial transcripts can be uploaded using the UHCL Graduate Application Portal and may be used by graduate programs within each college to make admission decisions depending on the intended class start date. Please be mindful that all unofficial transcript(s) are required for admission review and must include the institution(s) name.
  • If applicable, provide a letter from an employer confirming support of the applicant's pursuit of the Ed.D. and willingness to allow fieldwork within the organization. View the form letter: Letter of Support

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Degree Requirements

Ready to learn about the classes you need to take to earn your degree from the College of Education at University of Houston-Clear Lake? Find out all you need to know about the required course work, complete with options for electives.

Curriculum and Instruction, Ed.D.

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Cost Information

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Accreditations and Distinctions

The College of Education is accredited by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC).

We've earned national recognition for accomplishment and innovation, including the Christa McAuliffe Award for Excellence in Teacher Education.

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