University of Missouri
Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis
The Department of Educational Leadership and Analysis (ELPA) at MU offers a Ph.D. in three emphasis areas: Educational Administration, Higher Education, and Educational Policy. The mission of our department is to create knowledge while preparing leaders to critically shape and transform educational issues, policies and practices. The faculty in ELPA are united in their commitment to issues of social justice and are experts in a variety of research areas within higher education (e.g., college access and success; race, gender, and feminism; immigration and international/comparative; students and identity development, higher education policy) and PK12 contexts (Black male leadership, desegregation, immigration, politics of language education, school transformation, organization of schools for success). Student engagement with research is strongly encouraged through collaborations with faculty, funding opportunities to present research at conferences, and grants to support student-led research.
Apply now to be considered for a graduate research assistantship
We look forward to answering your questions about the program!
[email protected]
573-882-8221
Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis
The Department of Educational Leadership and Analysis (ELPA) at MU offers a Ph.D. in three emphasis areas: Educational Administration, Higher Education, and Educational Policy. The mission of our department is to create knowledge while preparing leaders to critically shape and transform educational issues, policies and practices. The faculty in ELPA are united in their commitment to issues of social justice and are experts in a variety of research areas within higher education (e.g., college access and success; race, gender, and feminism; immigration and international/comparative; students and identity development, higher education policy) and PK12 contexts (Black male leadership, desegregation, immigration, politics of language education, school transformation, organization of schools for success). Student engagement with research is strongly encouraged through collaborations with faculty, funding opportunities to present research at conferences, and grants to support student-led research.
Apply now to be considered for a graduate research assistantship
- Full-time students who remain in good standing can apply for departmental assistantships, which include a newly competitive stipend and tuition waiver, for up to four years.
- Top candidates, especially underrepresented students of color who meet graduate school criteria, will be nominated for fellowships that provide up to $10,000 extra per year.
- Special consideration is given to students interested in research areas that complement one or more of the current faculty.
- Annual application deadlines: September 15 & January 15
We look forward to answering your questions about the program!
[email protected]
573-882-8221