The Doctor of Science degree requires a total of 60 semester credit hours. Required coursework includes 42 hours in administration and policy, practice areas, and research methods and statistics, plus a minimum of 18 hours of dissertation credit.

Completed JSU Graduate Application for Admission. Non-refundable $35 application processing fee. A Statement of Purpose setting forth career goals and research interests. A resume, including education, employment, and service activities. Three Graduate Reference Forms completed by individuals who can provide qualitative assessment of applicant’s potential for success in doctoral coursework and citing potential professional leadership ability. Reference forms will be submitted electronically. Instructions for submission will be sent through email to the applicant upon submission of the online graduate application. Official transcripts from all colleges/universities with degrees posted. (Students who have previously attended JSU do not need to request a transcript from the university.) Official test scores on the General Test of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) taken within five years of enrollment. International student applicants must see the International Student Applicants section of this catalog for other application and enrollment requirements.