Earning your Doctor of Education in Supervision, Curriculum and Instruction degree at A&M-Commerce prepares you for a rewarding career in public schools, regional educational training facilities, research and development centers and the educational publishing industry. Our graduates are also qualified to teach at colleges and universities. For more than 125 years we have trained top leaders in education. Be part of our legacy by earning your doctorate and becoming a leader in education!
Job forecasts continue to rise as the growing need for post-secondary instructors and administrators in Texas increases the number of opportunities and positions available. Gain the experience you need to stand out with our competitive, nationally-recognized program.
Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries
Elementary and Secondary Principals
$97,850
Postsecondary Instructors
$79,540
Data from the US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2020
Supervision, Curriculum & Instruction (EDD) :: FEATURED COURSES
Featured Courses
Research on the LearnerEDCI 652
Examine research in the cognitive and metacognitive learning process of young children and implications for instructional strategies. Prerequisite: Doctoral-level standing or consent of instructor.
Supporting Learning with TechnologyETEC 561
Gain knowledge of the theory and principles underlying learning-centered uses of technology to support the learning process.
Sociocultural Inquiry in Curriculum and InstructionEDCI 687
Focus on qualitative research in the sociocultural environments of public schools. This is an approved Level III doctoral research tools course. Pre-requisites : EDCI 695.
Supervision, Curriculum & Instruction (EDD) :: Course Delivery and Resources
Course Delivery
Our face-to-face classes are offered at our extended university site at the Mesquite Metroplex Complex. Our faculty will guide you through each step of the your doctoral degree.
Select “Create a new graduate school admissions application.”
Select “Texas A&M University-Commerce (Commerce)” as your “Target University.”
Select “Supervision, Curriculum and Instruction, EDD” as your “Major.”
Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Step 2. Submit Documents
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to [email protected].
We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
Postal Alternative
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce Attn: Graduate School PO Box 3011 Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Statement of Goals Form
Submit the Statement of Goals Form found in the Application Packet. An additional page can be added.
Resume or CV
To be considered for admission you must have at least three years of teaching experience.
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.
Three Letters of Recommendation
Request three signed letters of recommendation, on letterhead, from professionals who can attest to your goals and ability to succeed in the program.
At least one of the references should hold a doctoral degree.
A professional writing sample will be collected during that time.
Note: Contact the Department of Curriculum and Instruction for upcoming dates, 903.886.5307
Test Scores
Submit official General Test GRE scores
Request that your GRE®scores be sent to Texas A&M University-Commerce (6188) when you register for the test. If you have already taken the GRE®, you can order additional score reports.
Interview
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction will contact you to schedule your interview.
Review the Application Packet for more information.
Select “Create a new graduate school admissions application.”
Select “Texas A&M University-Commerce (Commerce)” as your “Target University.”
Select “Supervision, Curriculum and Instruction, EDD” as your “Major.”
Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Step 2. Submit Documents
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to [email protected].
We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
Postal Alternative
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce Attn: Graduate School PO Box 3011 Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Statement of Goals Form
Submit the Statement of Goals Form found in the Application Packet. An additional page can be added.
Resume or CV
To be considered for admission you must have at least three years of teaching experience.
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.
Three Letters of Recommendation
Request three signed letters of recommendation, on letterhead, from professionals who can attest to your goals and ability to succeed in the program.
At least one of the references should hold a doctoral degree.
A professional writing sample will be collected during that time.
Note: Contact the Department of Curriculum and Instruction for upcoming dates, 903.886.5307
Test Scores
Submit official General Test GRE scores
Request that your GRE®scores be sent to Texas A&M University-Commerce (6188) when you register for the test. If you have already taken the GRE®, you can order additional score reports.
Interview
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction will contact you to schedule your interview.
English Proficiency
You do not need to submit test scores if you have completed (all years) of a bachelor’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited university in the United States.
Request that your scores from one of the following be sent to Texas A&M University-Commerce:
TOEFL (Minimum Scores: IBT 79, or CBT 213, or PBT 550)
IELTS (Minimum Score: 6.00 band overall)
PTE (Minimum Score: 53 overall or higher)
Duo Lingo (Minimum Score: 105)
*Scores must be less than two years old.
Official Sponsor Documents
Submit these documents to the Office of International Programs once you have been admitted
Official sponsor statement
Bank statement from the sponsor with a balance of at least $26,025 USD which is less than 1 year old
Review the Application Packet for more information.
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