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Today’s schools and communities need challenging, innovative, supportive educators and counselors to empower positive growth and development. Graduate students in the School of Education at TCNJ are immersed in meaningful, challenging academic programs and collaborative partnerships with PreK–12 schools and their surrounding communities to gain deep skills and preparation for rewarding, effective careers.

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Best Education Schools in New Jersey

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A teacher must first be a student, and graduate education program rankings can help you find the right classroom. With the U.S. News rankings of the top education schools, narrow your search by location, tuition, school size and test scores. Read the methodology »

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Here are the Best Education Schools in New Jersey

Rutgers university--new brunswick, montclair state university, rowan university, kean university, seton hall university, monmouth university, saint elizabeth university, centenary university, caldwell university.

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New Brunswick , NJ

• # 42 in Best Education Schools  (tie)

$19,824 per year (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

$33,720 per year (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

263 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$19,824 per year (in-state, full-time)

$33,720 per year (out-of-state, full-time)

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Upper Montclair , NJ

• # 107 in Best Education Schools  (tie)

$715 per credit (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

$715 per credit (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

246 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$715 per credit (in-state, full-time)

$715 per credit (out-of-state, full-time)

Glassboro , NJ

$931 per credit (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

$931 per credit (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

199 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$931 per credit (in-state, full-time)

$931 per credit (out-of-state, full-time)

• # 178 in Best Education Schools  (tie)

$21,511 per year (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

$26,315 per year (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

203 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$26,315 per year (out-of-state, full-time)

South Orange , NJ

• # 190 in Best Education Schools  (tie)

$1,465 per credit (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

$1,465 per credit (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

64 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The College of Human Development, Culture, and Media at Seton Hall University has a rolling application deadline. The... Read More »

$1,465 per credit (full-time)

$1,465 per credit (part-time)

West Long Branch , NJ

• # 222 in Best Education Schools  (tie)

$1,399 per credit (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

$1,399 per credit (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

184 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The School of Education at Monmouth University has an application deadline of July 15. The application fee for the... Read More »

$1,399 per credit (full-time)

$1,399 per credit (part-time)

Morristown , NJ

• # 229 in Best Education Schools  (tie)

$1,019 per credit (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

$1,019 per credit (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

1 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$1,019 per credit (full-time)

$1,019 per credit (part-time)

Hackettstown , NJ

• # 237-255 in Best Education Schools

N/A TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

5 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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Caldwell , NJ

• Unranked in Best Education Schools

N/A ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The application fee for the education program at Caldwell University is $50. Read More »

New Jersey City University

Jersey City , NJ

$1,184 per credit (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (DOCTORATE)

110 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$1,184 per credit (part-time)

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Mathematics Education (PhD)

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Mathematics Education (PhD) – STEM Designated Degree Program

Montclair State University’s PhD program in Mathematics Education is designed for students with strong backgrounds and experiences in both mathematics and mathematics education. The program prepares students to make contributions to research and practice in the field through careers including mathematics education researchers, teacher educators, leaders in school districts and educational agencies, mathematics program designers and curriculum developers, and research-driven teachers and school leaders.

Students enter the program with a variety of curricular, pedagogical, psychological, and philosophical experiences and interests related to mathematics education. While enrolled in the program, they become immersed in research, work with faculty and other students on projects, develop and carry out their own projects, and network with other members of the mathematics education research community. And as they do these things, they complete coursework focused on research in mathematics teaching, learning, and curriculum that prepares them for these scholarly activities. As many of our students have experience teaching mathematics at the elementary, secondary, and college levels, their research has the benefit of being grounded in, and applicable to, practice.

All classes are offered on campus in the evenings between 3:45 pm and 8:00 pm. Full-time students take 3 courses each Fall and Spring semester and tend to complete the program in about 5 years; part-time students take 1 or 2 courses per semester and tend to complete the program in 7 years. Some courses are also offered in the summer. 

The  Montclair State University Westerdahl Fellowships for Doctoral Studies in Mathematics Education  provides full tuition and a stipend of $25,000 per year, renewable for up to four years.

Along with the PhD in Mathematics Education, the Mathematics Department also offers the following options for graduate study:   Mathematics (MS)  and  Mathematics (MS) with a concentration in Mathematics Education .

Please refer to our  programs of study  page for a comprehensive list of all of the graduate programs offered within the university.

The Office of Graduate Admissions requires the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree in order to be eligible to apply for a graduate program. Applicants with non-U.S. degrees, please visit the International Applicants  page to review the U.S. degree equivalency information.

In order to make applying for graduate school as seamless as possible for you, we have created an application checklist. This checklist can be a reference point for you during the application process to ensure that you have a comprehensive understanding of the steps needed to apply, as well as all corresponding supplemental materials for your specific program of interest.

• Application Deadline: April 1st (for Fall admission). November 1 (for Spring Admission). Please note: Upon offer of admission, you will be asked to submit an enrollment deposit of $200.
• Submit Online Application: Please create your online account and submit your application by following the general application instructions and pay (or waive) the non-refundable $60 application fee. Once this step has been completed, the online portal will allow you to upload your supplemental materials.

The following is a list of the supplemental materials that will accompany your application for the Mathematics Education (PhD) program:

• Transcript: One from every college attended.
• General Statement of Purpose: The Statement of Purpose provides you an opportunity to give evidence of your unique talents and experiences as an applicant to doctoral study at Montclair State University. In preparing your statement, please keep in mind that the Admissions Committee is seeking evidence of your ability to communicate clearly and professionally. Please include your reasons for pursuing doctoral studies by referring to relevant personal, academic and work experiences. Please also outline your future plans and any other information that may be of interest to the Admissions Committee.
• General Statement of Research/Inquiry: The Statement of Research/Inquiry provides you an opportunity to inform the Admissions Committee of your thoughts, ideas and areas of interest that may lead to dissertation research. In preparing your statement, please keep in mind that the Admissions Committee is seeking evidence of your ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Resume: Required.
• Letters of Recommendation: Three.
• Standardized Test Scores: GRE Not Required. Applicants have the option of submitting GRE scores. Any applicant voluntarily choosing to do so should select Montclair State University as the receiving institution on their score report.
• Applicants with non-U.S. degrees, please visit the  International Applicants page  to review the US degree equivalency information.

This program is 67 semester hours. For more information, please visit  the Mathematics Education (PhD) program listing in the University Catalog.

If you have any general questions regarding the application process and requirements, please email or call us: Office of Graduate Admissions Email: [email protected] Telephone:  973-655-5147 Fax: 973-655-7869

If you have specific inquiries regarding your program of interest, please contact the Mathematics Education (PhD) Program Coordinator:

Program Coordinator:  Dr. Steven Greenstein Office:  Center for Computing and Information Science 425K Email: [email protected]

*During the summer months, there will be a rotating department chair available to answer your inquiry. Find the updated summer chair for this program .*

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Ed.D. Programs in New Jersey

We've created this guide to New Jersey doctorates in education with one goal in mind—to help you make the smartest choice! In addition to comprehensive program listings, you'll find ideas for online options, Ed.D. scholarships & fellowships, and more. There's also an extensive career section, with hard data on New Jersey jobs & salaries, ideas for conferences and training opportunities (e.g. FEA), and links to useful associations such as NJASA.

Earning a Doctor of Education Degree in New Jersey

New Jersey is an Ed.D. diamond in the rough—a fact borne out by the doctoral programs in education in our school listings . The Rutgers Graduate School of Education is probably the most well-known and highly ranked option, but there are plenty of respectable alternatives. And all of them are CAEP-accredited.

You can have your pick of schools that specialize in online Ed.D. programs , schools with tuition discounts , and schools that put a strong emphasis on the dissertation in practice. Better yet, four of them—NJCU, Rider, Rowan, and Rutgers—are taking part in the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate (CPED) .

To get you started, our directory of school listings contains links to curricula and costs. Once you have an Ed.D. or two in mind, you may want to glance through our career section. We’ve dug up state data on administrative jobs & salaries and posted links to NJ-specific job boards. You may even wish to join an administrator organization (e.g. NJPSA) or sign up for conferences & training programs (e.g. NJEXCEL for  NJDOE certification ).

Online Doctor of Education Programs in New Jersey

Online ed.d. providers in new jersey.

• College of Saint Elizabeth (CAEP-accredited)
• New Jersey City University (CAEP-accredited)
• Rowan University (CAEP-accredited)
• Saint Peter’s University (CAEP-accredited)

What to Know About New Jersey Online Ed.D. Programs

Online doctoral programs in New Jersey fall into two broad categories: flexible choices from public schools in the New Jersey Association of State Colleges & Universities and higher education specialties from private Catholic universities. None of them are inexpensive, but all of them come with distinctive upsides, which we’ve highlighted below.

We also want to point out that New Jersey is groaning with hybrid options. Many so-called “campus” programs are, in truth, blended. In particular, check out the doctorates in education from Rider, Monmouth, Caldwell, Stockton, and Seton Hall. With a hybrid Ed.D., your commute time may be very limited and you’ll have the chance to network with fellow students and professors.

Note: Our overview of online Ed.D. programs has a full listing of distance learning Ed.D.s in every state, rankings of the best programs, and advice on how to decide which program is best for you.

Online Ed.D. Programs at Public New Jersey Universities

Rowan’s 60-credit Online Ed.D. in Educational Leadership has a lot of positives. It’s been developed by a public research university that’s participating in the CPED initiative . It’s available in three tracks: Higher Education Track , P-12 Track , and the unusual Community College Leadership Initiative (CCLI) . It can be taken in a hybrid or online form with three required residencies. Tuition is the same for in-state and out-of-state residents. And there are no fees. We particularly appreciate the last point, since fees can blow out a distance learning budget.

You can compare Rowan’s CCLI option with NCJU’s 55-credit Online Doctorate in Community College Leadership . Tuition rates are very similar—the same for in-state and out-of-state—and the program includes one-week summer residencies (e.g. Community College Leadership Institute). Plus the curriculum looks sturdy, with mandatory elements like experiential learning, mentoring, and a dissertation in practice. We’ve looked at a lot of online Ed.D. curricula, and these are quality markers we like to see.

If community college leadership is not your jam, you could also consider NCJU’s 60-credit Hybrid Ed.D. in Educational Technology Leadership . All fall and spring courses are fully online; summer courses are hybrid, including a one-week on-campus Summer Institute.

Online Ed.D. Programs at Private New Jersey Universities

Or you can go private. Here’s where you can really compare apples to apples, because both schools have chosen to focus on the same concentration. From Saint Peter’s, a private Jesuit university, comes the 48-credit Online Ed.D. in Educational Leadership – Higher Education . It’s short (i.e. 2.5-3 years), cohort-based, and it appears to be 100% online. It’s also designed for mid-careerists. It’s pricier than Rowan, but there are fewer total credits and graduate credit transfers are allowed.

Place it side-by-side with the College of Saint Elizabeth’s 52-credit Online/On-Campus Ed.D. in Educational Leadership – Higher Education , which is offered through ED CHOICE . We’ve included it because ED CHOICE gives students the option to switch between campus and online courses, all with the same professor. Again, it’s a shortish program that only takes three years to complete. The curriculum incorporates two research projects that lead to the development of an action research dissertation. And admissions criteria are strong—you’ll need a 3.25 GPA to apply.

No Dissertation Ed.D. Programs in New Jersey

Doctoral research projects & capstones.

First, a disclaimer—we didn’t find any Ed.D. programs that completely eliminated the dissertation requirement. Even Monmouth University’s Ed.D. in Education Leadership , which contains a fascinating Transformative Leadership Project/Capstone , still includes a dissertation component.

What we did find were plenty of New Jersey doctoral programs in education that contain a dissertation in practice. Rider, NJCU, Stockton, the College of Saint Elizabeth with its “action research dissertation”—the list goes on and on.

We mention this because it’s a useful component to be looking for when you’re examining Ed.D. options. A dissertation in practice means you’ll get to address a challenge in your own district. You’ll often have an opportunity to present your project findings to relevant stakeholders. And you’ll emerge with a good-looking résumé. Our school listings contain links to the curricula pages—you’ll find more info on the final project there.

Doctoral Education Funding in New Jersey

Internal scholarships, fellowships & awards.

For this section, we’ve pulled as much information on institutional aid for New Jersey Ed.D. programs as we could find! With the exception of Rutgers, we didn’t unearth much beyond assistantships and general graduate awards. But there a few private schools with potential discounts. You’ll probably need to add external aid into the mix (e.g. federal & private loans, tuition reimbursement, etc.). The Ed.D. program coordinator and the Office of Financial Aid or Graduate School are the best folks to help with this process.

Caldwell University

Graduate Studies has info about Graduate Assistantships , which are open to doctoral students. And there’s a section for Graduate and Adult Undergraduate Students in Scholarships and Grants . There are a number of graduate discounts on offer—a 50% discount for Newark Archdiocese Faculty and Staff, a 10% discount for Caldwell Family/Siblings, and a 25% discount for members of the Caldwell Principals Roundtable—but it’s unclear whether a doctorate counts as a graduate program. Talk to the program coordinator about your options.

Centenary University

It’s all about the discounts at Centenary. Employees of Professional Development Schools (PDS)-eligible school districts receive a discount on GED courses in the Ed.D. Doctorate Special Program Rates are also available for Centenary Alumni and Veterans/Active U.S. Military. There are no specific graduate scholarships for the Ed.D.

Kean University

Doctoral students are eligible for the Graduate Assistantship Program , which involves tuition & fee waivers for 15-20 hours of work per week. You can also ask the program coordinator if Ed.D. candidates are eligible for Graduate Scholarships and check out the general advice in Graduate Financial Aid .

Monmouth University

Monmouth’s section on Graduate Cost and Financial Aid is a useful place to start. Here you’ll find links to Grants and Scholarships for Graduate Students and info about Graduate Assistantships and On-Campus Employment .

New Jersey City University

NJCU’s section on Graduate Tuition & Aid has info on Graduate Scholarships and Graduate Assistantships for full-time students, but be aware that the Ed.D. programs are primarily online.

Rider University

Rider has a section on Scholarships for Graduate Students , with info on loans and assistantships. But the Ed.D. is hybrid and has a different tuition structure , so you’ll need to check with the program coordinator about aid eligibility. The same advice applies for the Partnership Tuition Reduction/Discount —read the fine print (many partners don’t allow the Ed.D.) and check with the coordinator.

Rowan University

Rowan Global’s section on Graduate Financial Aid will be of help. Adult learners at the graduate level are eligible for the modest Rowan Global Scholarship—ask the Ed.D. program coordinator if you can apply. Rowan has a separate section on Graduate & Research Assistantships .

Rutgers University

The Graduate School of Education (GSE) devotes a section to GSE Fellowships, Scholarships & Assistantships . In particular, check out the Burns Family Endowment for Teacher Leadership and the Samuel D. Proctor Fellowship, which are explicitly for Ed.D. students.

We also recommend a visit to the School of Graduate Studies’s section on Fellowships & Awards , since it has even more opportunities for graduate-level students (e.g. Ralph Bunche Fellowship, Conference Travel Awards, etc.).

Saint Peter’s University

The Graduate Admissions website has info on Graduate Assistantships . You may also want to browse through the FAQ Regarding Financial Aid: Graduate Studies .

Seton Hall University

The College of Education and Human Services only offers scholarships to undergraduates, but the Office of Graduate Affairs can assist with Graduate Financial Aid (e.g. corporate tuition reimbursement) and answer questions about Graduate Assistantships . You can also ask the Ed.D. program coordinator if doctoral students qualify for any of SHU’s general Graduate Scholarships .

Stockton University

The Graduate Studies’s section on Financial Information has a breakdown of tuition rates and ideas for financing a graduate education, including details on Graduate Assistantships , the Distinguished Research Fellowship , and Foundation Scholarships .

Note: If a university name is missing from the list, we didn’t find specific examples of Ed.D. funding beyond private & federal loans and external aid.

School Leaders Certification Requirements in New Jersey

Certifications for school leaders.

The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) handles certification for School Leaders in New Jersey public schools. There are four titles for this type of administrative certificate:

• Principal (Endorsement Code 0200)
• School Administrator (Endorsement Code 0101)
• School Business Administrator (Endorsement Code 0109)
• Supervisor (Standard Only: Endorsement Code 0106)

We’ve outlined the basic requirements for the Principal and School Administrator Certificate of Eligibility (CE) below, but you’ll find full details on all four titles in the School Leaders Certificate Subject Area/Grade Level and Codes . The section on School Leaders also has info about proceeding from a Certificate of Eligibility -> Provisional Certificate -> Standard Certificate (e.g. completing the state-approved residency/mentoring program).

The NJDOE doesn’t have a specific database of leader preparation programs, but it does list New Jersey schools that provide CEAS Educator Preparation Programs . Because a doctorate is not required, a lot of Principal and School Administrator certification programs at New Jersey universities take the form of a master’s, post-master’s certificate, Ed.M., or the like. The NJPSA’s NJEXCEL program is another state-approved alternative.

Note: The NJDOE’s section Out-of-State Reciprocity has a sub-section on Administrative Certificates.

Principal Certificate of Eligibility (CE)

The Principal Certificate is required for school & district positions such as the assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, principal, assistant principal, vice-principal and director. To earn it, you must:

• Hold a master’s degree. This is usually in educational leadership, curriculum & instruction, or a similar field in leadership & management, but the NJDOE has a list of alternative options .
• Complete a minimum of 30 graduate credits—either within the master’s program or in addition to it—that are aligned with NJ Professional Standards for School Leaders .
• Complete a 300 hour internship in educational leadership that is aligned with NJ Professional Standards for School Leaders, in accordance with the roles and responsibilities of a principal.
• Have five years of successful educational experience under a valid provisional or standard New Jersey or equivalent out-of-state instructional, educational services, or administrative certificate. The NJDOE will want to see a copy of this certificate.
• Pass the School Leaders Licensure Assessment test from ETS.

School Administrator Certificate of Eligibility (CE)

The School Administrator Certificate is required for any position that involves services as a district-level administrative officer (e.g. superintendent, assistant superintendent, and director). There are three ways to earn the certificate. In Option 1, you must:

• Complete a 150 hour internship in educational leadership that is aligned with NJ Professional Standards for School Leaders, in accordance with the roles and responsibilities of a school administrator.
• Pass the School Superintendent Assessment test from ETS.
• Have five years of successful educational experience in a public or non-public school, a public or non-public school district, or a regionally accredited higher educational setting in New Jersey or out-of-state.

Options 2 and 3 are for folks who already hold an out-of-state School Administrator Certificate or a valid New Jersey Standard Principal Certificate. Have a look at the School Administrator Certificate of Eligibility Requirements for more details.

Educational Leadership Jobs in New Jersey

Educational leadership career outlook.

Happily, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) monitors job & salary data for elementary & secondary administrators and postsecondary administrators in every state. You can look at the maps to see—at a glance—how New Jersey is doing. The New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA and Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metropolitan areas are predictable employment hotspots for both categories.

If you want to dig even deeper, the NJDOE’s District Portal for Administrators is a great resource for PreK-12 public school leaders. It contains links to NJDOE Data & Reports , including NJ School Performance Reports . The section on Certificated Staff will also tell you how many administrators are employed in each county, district, or school.

In addition, New Jersey’s Office of the Secretary of Higher Education posts extensive Institutional Profiles of New Jersey colleges & universities. You can find actual employment numbers in the Office of Research and Accountability Student Unit Record (SURE) . Princeton and Rutgers—as you might expect—are the largest employers of higher education administrators.

Educational Leadership Salaries

BLS’s posts mean wages for all types of education administrator in the section on State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates for New Jersey . This is the first place to look for real numbers.

However, if you glance at the wage maps for elementary & secondary administrators , you’ll usually see New Jersey near the top of the list for high paying states. Good wages in Trenton, Newark, and Jersey City—and a higher cost of living—may have something to do with this stat. In the NJDOE’s section on School District Budget Summaries/Salaries & Benefits , you’ll find annual district budgets. The budget contains names, salaries & benefits for administrators in each NJ district—see the section labeled Employee Contract List.

Postsecondary administrators also do extremely well—New Jersey is often the top-paying state in the country for this category. The Asbury Park Press runs a public records site called Data Universe , which posts the names and salaries of NJ higher education faculty and certain administrators in the public sector. (You can search by school, but not by job title.) The Chronicle’s records show that executives at the Stevens Institute of Technology, Princeton, Seton Hall, Monmouth, and Rutgers frequently command the best salaries.

Educational Leadership Job Boards

Conventional job sites (e.g. SchoolSpring, TopSchoolJobs, LinkedIn, HigherEdJobs, etc.) will have postings for New Jersey educational leaders. But we also want to direct you toward some state-specific job boards.

• NJEA has a section on Education Jobs in New Jersey with various links, including listings of all New Jersey school districts that have a starting salary of $50,000/$60,000 and above.
• NJSBA posts Superintendent Positions and Other Vacancies in New Jersey.
• NJASA’s Job Search includes New Jersey and out-of-state listings for PreK-20 administrators.
• NJASBO maintains a Career Center with openings for school business officials and other administrators (e.g. superintendent).
• The New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS) posts Employment Opportunities for teachers & administrators.
• The State of New Jersey provides links to Employment Opportunities at NJ Colleges & Universities (i.e. HR/employment sites)—this list includes both public & private schools, but be aware that some of the links are outdated.

Educational Leadership Organizations in New Jersey

Educational leadership associations.

• New Jersey Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (NJACTE) : NJACTE is focused on the preparation and professional development of teachers and educational leaders in New Jersey. Members included regionally accredited colleges & universities with CAEP accreditation or educational leadership programs.
• NJ Association of School Administrators (NJASA) : NJASA is the state’s professional association for school leaders. It aims to effect educational policy, regulations, and legislation and support school leaders through professional development programs and membership services.
• New Jersey Association of School Board Officials (NJASBO) : NJASBO is comprised of individuals who administer or supervise a variety of operations within the school district, including accounting, budgeting, negotiations, maintenance, payroll, and more. It has a voluntary certification program .
• New Jersey Association for Supervision & Curriculum Development (NJASCD) : NJASCD is devoted to transforming teaching and learning to promote excellence in the learning community. It’s a state affiliate of ASCD.
• New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) : NJEA is the state’s largest teachers’ union. Membership is open to any individual who is employed in a public school or college.
• NJ Principals and Supervisors Association (NJPSA) : NJPSA is a membership organization that supports New Jersey’s school leaders via government advocacy, legal assistance, leadership programs, professional learning, and retirement counseling. It has nearly 6,700 members, including principals, assistant principals, supervisors, directors, and other school district leaders.
• New Jersey School Boards Association (NJSBA) : NJSBA serves local New Jersey school boards through advocacy, training, and direct services.

Note: Remember that state and national educator organizations often have funds and scholarships available for continuing education (e.g. Ed.D.). Check the website and ask about opportunities.

Educational Leadership Events in New Jersey

Educational leadership conferences.

• FEA/NJPSA/NJASCD Fall Conference : This annual two-day conference is dedicated to professional development for school leaders. It includes workshops, keynotes, and exhibits.
• NJACTE Annual Conference : NJACTE’s flagship event in March showcases the latest developments in teacher education.
• NJASA/NJAPSA Spring Leadership Conference : This co-hosted event for building-level and district-level administrators usually occurs over three days in May.
• NJASBO Annual Conference : NJASBO’s flagship event is held over three days in June.  It includes workshops, presentations, and activities to assist school business leaders in managing their schools and school districts.
• NJBSA Annual Workshop Conference : NJBSA claims this is the largest professional development event for school leaders in New Jersey. The entire district team is welcome, including school board members, school business administrators, superintendents, school technology professionals, school facilities managers & staff, and curriculum professionals.

Educational Leadership Training

• NJASA Aspiring Leaders Workshop : NJASA often organizes a one-day workshop in June for folks who are seeking their first or next administrative position.
• NJASA New Jersey School Administrator Residency Program : This capstone learning experience can help you achieve a Standard School Administrator Certificate. It includes a mentoring component and the New Superintendents’ Academy (NSA) .
• NJASBO Professional Development : NJASBO organizes In-Service Programs for school business officials, runs an Academy, and provides mentoring for the state’s Residency Program for Business Administrators and Assistant Business Administrators .
• NJBSA Training Programs : Most of NJBSA’s programs are aimed at school board members and charter school trustees, but some of the meetings & workshops are relevant for other K-12 educational leaders.
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Ed.D. in Educational Leadership - Higher Education Leadership

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Union, New Jersey

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West Long Branch, New Jersey

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Deborah Cannon Partridge Wolfe College of Education

Jersey City, New Jersey

Doctorate in Community College Leadership

Offered Online

Doctorate in Educational Technology Leadership

College of Education and Human Services

Lawrenceville, New Jersey

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Glassboro, New Jersey

EdD in Educational Leadership: Community College Leadership Initiative

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Camden, New Jersey

EdD in Design of Learning Environments

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Morristown, New Jersey

EdD in Educational Leadership - Higher Education

Edd in educational leadership - prek to 12th grade, saint peter's university.

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Doctor of Education in K-12 Educational Leadership

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South Orange, New Jersey

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Galloway, New Jersey

Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership

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Ed.D. in Educational Leadership

Become a leader who is capable of designing and implementing transformational education change with Monmouth University’s Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership . This 54-credit cohort based program is intended to provide doctoral candidates with new ways of thinking and reflecting about school change so you can become leaders in educational innovation. Graduates of our program will be prepared to:

• create processes that foster continuous human learning and development.
• use transformational leadership to promote progressive change.
• implement and institutionalize transformational change.
• use design-based research to reshape educational practice and theory.
• develop the analytical thinking skills necessary to review and improve change processes.

P-12 and Higher Education focus areas are available through specialized elective courses that suit your unique career goals. At the heart of the program is a transformative leadership project designed and implemented by you, the doctoral candidate, under the guidance of experienced school leaders. The purpose of this project is to enable you to create significant positive change in your school while completing coursework under the guidance of top minds in educational leadership.

Flexible Remote Delivery

Monmouth University’s Ed.D. program offers a flexible learning format that allows you to meet with your instructors and peers in the way that works best for you—in person, or online. Students may participate in classes in person or remotely as their schedule allows. Contact the Program Director to inquire about the flexible remote delivery option.

Application deadlines for this program are May 1 for Summer and July 15 for Fall. It is preferred that students begin the program in the summer or fall terms . Spring-start is limited . View Program Application Requirements.

William O. George III, Ed.D.

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Education (Ph.D.)

Why pursue a Ph.D. in education at UNH?

Our education Ph.D. program is designed to broaden your understanding of the field of education through scholarly inquiry grounded in the reality of educational practice across varied settings. You’ll examine educational issues in philosophical, socio-cultural and policy related contexts, preparing yourself for a variety of research, teaching and leadership roles. Our graduates hold positions at all levels of schooling, from colleges and universities to K-12 schools, and in a range of related fields.

Program Highlights

You’ll work with faculty with expertise in the areas of children and youth in communities; curriculum and instruction/teacher education; experiential/outdoor education; and leadership and policy studies. You’ll tailor your individual program of study to your interests, working in collaboration with a guidance committee to build a curriculum that includes common core courses, specialized study, electives from across areas of inquiry, and research preparation. Our program enrolls full-and part-time students.

Potential career areas

• Community agencies
• Consultation
• K-12 education
• Policymaking
• Research analysis

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Curriculum & Requirements

Program description.

The program of Education offers a Ph.D. in education with specialization in fields related to the areas of:

• children and youth in communities;
• curriculum and instruction/teacher education;
• experiential/outdoor education;
• leadership and policy studies

The doctoral program is designed to engender a broad understanding of the field of education by encouraging focused scholarly inquiry grounded in the reality of educational practice across varied formal and informal settings. Professors and students work to place educational issues in philosophical, socio-­cultural, and policy­-related contexts. The program enrolls full­- and part-­time students.

An individual program of study is planned by the student and her or his guidance committee. Each student's program includes a set of common core courses, specialized study, a number of selected electives from across areas of inquiry, and required research preparation. Students must meet specific University, department, and program requirements. Within this framework, individual programs can vary widely from student to student depending upon the student's own interests and goals.

The Ph.D. in education provides students with preparation for research, teaching, and leadership in a variety of settings. Graduates hold positions at all levels of schooling, from colleges and universities to K­-12 schools. Former students are also involved in work as policy makers, community agency directors, consultants, and research analysts.

Program information: Contact the Education  Department  by phone: (603) 862-­2310 or e­mail:  [email protected].

Students admitted to the program must have completed a master's degree in education or a related field. Entering students are generally expected to have some experience working in areas related to education, broadly conceptualized. To apply, candidates must submit a Graduate School application and transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework.

In addition to the personal statement required on the Graduate School application, candidates must submit an essay on an educational issue. This essay should discuss one issue in the field of education that is of interest to the candidate. It should explore the opportunities and challenges this issue poses and explain why the applicant finds it personally compelling (1,000 to 1,500 words in length).

Prior to completing and submitting the application, it is highly recommended that the candidate contact the Director of the Division of Educational Studies, who directs the Ph.D. in Education program, to arrange a phone, skype, or on-campus appointment to discuss their interests and fit with current research of faculty in the Education  Department .  Contact the  Education Department by phone: (603) 862-­2310 or e­mail: [email protected].

Requirements for the Program

Degree requirements.

Candidates for the degree must meet admission requirements, develop and complete an approved program of study in consultation with their guidance committee, complete required coursework, undergo an annual assessment review by the Doctoral Advisory Committee, develop and submit a passing qualifying paper, establish a dissertation committee, develop an approved dissertation proposal to advance to candidacy, write and present the dissertation, and pass the final oral examination.

Program of Studies

Students typically complete 52 to 64 hours in graduate coursework following their matriculation. These hours do not include ( EDUC 999 Doctoral Research ).

At least five of the below common core courses are required of all students:

Additional required electives chosen in consultation with student's Guidance Committee. Students complete a minimum of five courses (20 credits) within, or directly related to, their chosen area of inquiry.

Integrative Coursework

Select two advanced inquiry education courses (e.g., EDUC 979 Applied Multilevel Modeling ), courses in a different specialization, or courses taken in another department (e.g., psychology, sociology, economics, family studies).

Qualifying Paper

As a step toward Ph.D. candidacy, students must satisfactorily complete a qualifying paper as well as all other program requirements. After completing most of their coursework, and under advice of the student’s guidance committee, students may formally undertake the qualifying paper. The student formally proposes a qualifying paper concept to the guidance committee and undertakes writing the paper once the proposal is approved. The paper is evaluated by the student's guidance committee. The qualifying paper is used to evaluate the student's general knowledge in relevant areas of inquiry, and their fitness for engaging in research, particularly in the subject proposed for the dissertation.

Dissertation

To complete the degree, the student must present and defend a dissertation of original research and publishable quality.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate general knowledge of the field of educational research, including types of research questions and methods of inquiry used in the field.
• Students will learn to critique and design qualitative and quantitative educational research, and they will be able to identify and craft good argumentation in educational scholarship.
• Students will demonstrate expertise in at least one form of data analysis or a non-empirical form of inquiry (e.g., historical, philosophical, literary).
• Students will gain expertise in one or more substantive areas of inquiry in educational research.

Application Requirements & Deadlines

Deadlines : Applications must be completed by the following deadlines in order to be reviewed for admission:

• Fall : Recommended Deadline 12/15; Final Deadline 1/15. Applications received after the recommended deadline will be reviewed only if space available.
• Spring : N/A
• Summer : N/A
• Special : N/A

Application fee : $65

Campus : Durham

New England Regional : RI VT

Accelerated Masters Eligible : No

New Hampshire Residents

Students claiming in-state residency must also submit a Proof of Residence Form . This form is not required to complete your application, but you will need to submit it after you are offered admission or you will not be able to register for classes.

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If you attended UNH or Granite State College (GSC) after September 1, 1991, and have indicated so on your online application, we will retrieve your transcript internally; this includes UNH-Durham, UNH-Manchester, UNH Non-Degree work and GSC. 

If you did not attend UNH, or attended prior to September 1, 1991, then you must upload a copy (PDF) of your transcript in the application form. International transcripts must be translated into English.

If admitted , you must then request an official transcript be sent directly to our office from the Registrar's Office of each college/university attended. We accept transcripts both electronically and in hard copy:

• Electronic Transcripts : Please have your institution send the transcript directly to [email protected] . Please note that we can only accept copies sent directly from the institution.
• Paper Transcripts : Please send hard copies of transcripts to: UNH Graduate School, Thompson Hall- 105 Main Street, Durham, NH 03824. You may request transcripts be sent to us directly from the institution or you may send them yourself as long as they remain sealed in the original university envelope.

Transcripts from all previous post-secondary institutions must be submitted and applicants must disclose any previous academic or disciplinary sanctions that resulted in their temporary or permanent separation from a previous post-secondary institution. If it is found that previous academic or disciplinary separations were not disclosed, applicants may face denial and admitted students may face dismissal from their academic program.

Letters of recommendation: 3 required

Recommendation letters submitted by relatives or friends, as well as letters older than one year, will not be accepted.

Personal Statement/Essay Questions

Prepare a brief but careful statement regarding:

1) reasons you wish to do graduate work in this field, including your immediate and long-range objectives, and 2) your specific research or professional interest and experiences in this field. A second essay is required. It must discuss one issue in the field of education that is of interest to you. Explore the opportunities and challenges this issue poses and explain why you find it personally compelling. It should be 1000 to 1500 words in length.

Statements must be included with your submitted application.

Important Notes

All applicants are encouraged to contact programs directly to discuss program-specific application questions.

International Applicants

Prospective international students are required to submit TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent examination scores. English Language Exams may be waived if English is your first language. If you wish to request a waiver, then please visit our Test Scores webpage for more information.

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Children and youth in communities.

The Children and Youth in Communities option is concerned with the support of positive child and youth development in community-based settings, and focuses on the ways in which societal and cultural institutions – including schools – shape developmental pathways, as well as the ways identities are formed as children and youth interpret their own academic, social, community, sexual, and political experiences. The program emphasizes an ecological and strengths-based view of children and youth, and sees individual learning and development as reciprocal with community growth and cultural transformation.

The  Children and Youth in Communities  option is a joint effort between the College of Liberal Arts and College of Health and Human Services faculty.  This approach provides students with a comprehensive scholarly and professional understanding of the social, cultural, psychological, physical, emotional and academic experiences of children and youth in local, national, and global contexts.

Curriculum and Instruction/Teacher Education

In the Curriculum and Instruction/Teacher Education program students study curriculum understanding and teacher development at all levels of schooling, ranging from early childhood to adulthood.  Students integrate theory and classroom practice in preparation for a future in teaching.

Curriculum and Instruction/Teacher Education are combined here because these two areas have considerable overlap, both in subject matter and in the career patterns of graduates, and as such have considerable overlap in course selection.

Experiential/Outdoor Education

Experiential/Outdoor Education area of inquiry is selected by those interested in the fields of adventure programming and experiential education in schools and other educational settings.  It is a collaborative area of inquiry, in which doctoral students work with faculty from the Education Department in the College of Liberal Arts and from the College of Health and Human Services.   Foci of doctoral studies in this area of inquiry have included the following topics:

• Moral development changes in outdoor education majors at universities
• Integrating experiential learning in K-12 classrooms
• Experiential teacher training models
• The use of rites of passage and rituals in educational settings
• The effects of adventure orientation programs on incoming and continuing students at university settings
• Adventure therapy as an evidenced-based practice
• Social skill development of middle school children in adventure programs

Leadership and Policy Studies (LPS)

This specialization draws from such fields as educational administration, school law, collective bargaining, policy analysis, leadership, and higher education. Individuals who seek faculty positions in educational administration, higher education, and policy analysis often select this strand for specialization. Similarly, individuals who seek leadership positions in elementary and secondary schools as well as in higher education select this strand for their concentration. Graduates of this doctoral strand have assumed positions in higher education both as faculty members and as administrators. Our graduates have also used their preparation in leadership and policy to assume such positions as superintendent, director, and principal.

Our doctoral students have written quality dissertations on such subjects as school finance, supervision of employees in K-12 settings, as well as higher education cooperative extension, the role of chief information officers in higher education, and sexual harassment.

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Counseling and Supervision (Ph.D.)

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The Ph.D. in Counseling and Supervision prepares experienced counselors and student affairs professionals to advance their careers as graduate counseling faculty, researchers and scholars, as well as clinical supervisors and master counselors. 

This personal, student-centered and rigorous program fosters the development of individual strengths and leadership skills as well as your development as a compassionate trauma-informed professional.

Students work with nationally recognized, widely-published and highly skilled faculty in a vibrant, diverse community to develop their unique specialization in areas such as advanced counseling, trauma counseling, clinical supervision, counseling children, multicultural counseling and college student affairs.

The University also has a Community Counseling and Wellness Center. Through a University Quality First Initiative (QFI) Grant, 16 advanced counseling students were trained as facilitators for ongoing Child-Parent Relationship (Filial) Therapy. In addition to four rooms for individual counseling, the program also has one room equipped for Play Therapy and Filial Therapy, another room for Sand Tray Therapy and a third room for group counseling. The rooms feature state-of-the-art video equipment. 

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Jane Webber, Ph.D., LPC, an American Counseling Association Fellow, collaborates with her students, emphasizing the importance of compassion along the way.

What You Learn

This Ph.D. integrates trauma-informed practice, social justice and evidence-based counseling into a curriculum model to develop the leadership, empathic and specialized skills needed to be effective. More specifically, you will:

• Develop research skills in four quantitative and qualitative research courses
• Complete advanced practicum in counseling and internships in clinical supervision and teaching
• Complete and defend your dissertation over three semesters after passing the comprehensive examination

Courses are scheduled for evenings and weekends in a hybrid format to accommodate working professionals. Full-time students can complete the degree in three years; it is possible for part-time students to complete the degree in four years.

Application Deadline (Fall admission only):

Priority Deadline: December 1 (The Doctoral Committee will begin to review completed applications.)

Final Deadline: March 1

Admission Requirements

If you have admissions questions, contact Graduate Admissions at [email protected] or (908) 737-4723.

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Michael Bobbitt, Ph.D. Phone: 908-737-5958 [email protected]

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At Kean learning and professional growth extend far beyond the walls of our classrooms. We encourage you to take advantage of a variety of research opportunities, internships, conferences and more to help advance your career and set the stage for continued success.

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The Community Counseling and Wellness Center on Kean's main campus features state-of-the-art equipment. Doctoral students work closely with their faculty supervisors to provide individual and group counseling as well as Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy and Filial Therapy for children and families.

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Chi Sigma Iota (CSI) is an international honor society that values academic and professional excellence in counseling and promotes a strong professional identity through members (professional counselors, counselor educators, and students) who contribute to the realization of a healthy society by fostering wellness and human dignity.

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Imagine: A Center for Loss and Grief, the New Jersey School Counselor Association, Voices of September 11 conference (shown in photo), as well as the American Counseling Association and the NJ Counseling Association conferences, are examples of how our faculty contributes to the community.

The best way to see all that Kean University has to offer is to visit our vibrant urban campus.

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A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here

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CHAMP/GEAR UP Program Assistant/Counselor (PSS4-AS), Division of Diversity Equity & Inclusion

Apply now Job no: 499434 Work type: Regular Full-Time Location: Camden, New Jersey Categories: Professional

Position Summary:

The Creating Higher Aspirations and Motivations Project/Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (CHAMP/GEAR UP) works with 6th-12th grade students in the Camden City Public School District. The goal of the program is to provide participants with skills and support to successfully graduate from high school and to succeed in higher education.

This position is responsible for program activities at the university, in the schools and community. Program activities include workshops, individual and group academic, and career advisement, providing information on post-secondary opportunities, assisting participants complete secondary education applications and financial aid forms.

The position requires the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with students in grades 6 through 12.
• Screen and select applicants for program eligibility                                                        
• Assess participant's potential for post-secondary educational, tutorial and career related needs and conduct individual and group advisement sessions. 
• Maintain individual participant records.
• Provide information on career fields, choosing career goals, selecting college majors and scheduling courses.
• Assist participants in choosing a post-secondary institution to attend.
• Provide technical assistance with completing financial aid and college applications.
• Conduct workshops for participants on topics related to success in secondary education.
• Participate in staff development and in-service training meetings.
• Chaperone Trips
• Participate in institutional and community committees.
• Be familiar with and adhere to university policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as required to achieve program goals and objectives.

Education Requirement:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year for year basis.

Experience Requirement:

• One (1) year of relevant professional-level work experience, preferably working with underrepresented and first generation students in 6th-12th grades.

License Requirement:

• Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Strong written, and oral communication skills, including public speaking and listening skills
• Strong interpersonal and human relations skills
• Knowledge of academic counseling, educational opportunities, and financial aid
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) a plus

Salary: 

• Range P18 ($52,513-$59,694)
• This is a grant-funded position that is contingent upon the availability and appropriation of adequate special funds. If these funds are not available, the position, by necessity, will be terminated.   
• Only completed, online applications submitted on or before the deadline will be considered. 
• Candidates must me be legally authorized to work in the U.S., and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. 
• The position requires the ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours.

SAME APPLICANTS: If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted with your application by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their Website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: [email protected] , or call CSC at (833)691-0404.

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About Rowan University

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. Rowan University is home to eight colleges and nine schools. For more information on these colleges, please click here .

Now celebrating its Centennial, Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science, and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality and affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

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Rowan University celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, [email protected], 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and supporting regulations, Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates; this extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its supporting regulations may be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, or to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Equity & Compliance, Rowan University, Hawthorne Hall, Suite 312, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028, [email protected] , 856-256-5440.

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Madeline Yankell brings the bubbly Vesta to life in the Hancher premiere of Fierce

Vesta―named after the Roman goddess of the Earth―is one of the four principal characters in Fierce , a new opera that follows four young girls (also referred to as “muses”) as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives. The opera—making its Iowa premiere—reflects the collaborative spirit of Performing Arts At Iowa and will be co-produced by the School of Music, the Performing Arts Production Unit, and Hancher Auditorium. Vesta, played by Madeline Yankell, is the youngest of the muses. She is naive, bubbly, and sometimes she takes refuge from life in a fantasy world full of otters.   

Yankell is a graduate student in music education who recently defended her MA thesis on movement and choral singing. She has previously performed in La Traviata and Dialogues des Carmelites .   

“I’m so excited to perform at Hancher. It’s a dream come true,” Yankell beams, “I’ve had the opportunity to perform on the Hancher stage a few times but the fact that I get to sing a song about otters on this huge stage is just kind of nuts.”  

Yankell grew up on the east coast in Moorestown, New Jersey, before pursuing her BA with a focus in music teacher education from Case Western Reserve University in Ohio. After graduating, she moved to Massachusetts, where she spent a few years teaching high school choir.   

“I applied to a lot of different grad programs in places all over the country,” Yankell explains what drew her to the University of Iowa. “UI really has the perfect combination of research and performing arts funding. I get to participate in operas, choirs, and be part of the performing arts but I also get to do music education research.”   

Since Yankell has been at the university, she’s enjoyed the collaborative environment encouraged in the School of Music and across Performing Arts At Iowa.   

When she was exploring her grad school options, Yankell says, “I just happened upon the performing arts scene in Iowa City. The Iowa City community is really strong and so supportive of the arts. Also, the School of Music, Hancher, and the theatre and dance departments have been working well together to create more collaborative experiences for students. The students also really support each other here.”  

Yankell is currently in the last semester of her master’s so, when the opportunity to audition for Fierce came around, she jumped at it.   

The new opera was composed for Cincinnati Opera by Dr. William Menefield, a UI assistant professor of Jazz Studies, in collaboration with librettist Sheila Williams. It premiered there in 2022. For the Hancher debut, Menefield will be taking on the role of director.    

“I knew Dr. Menefield was the leader of the Black Pop Ensemble and they’re such a great group,” Yankell says. “I really wanted to work with him, and this opera is so different from anything I’ve ever done.”  

The characters of the four muses were created by Williams, based on the real life stories and personalities of a group of Cincinnatti -area high school girls she talked with in a yearlong series of heart-to-heart conversations. These rich conversations spanned topics such as parental expectations, the best lipstick color, ethnic identity, and college admissions anxiety.   

Yankell is excited to bring the bubbly character of Vesta to life on the Hancher stage.   

“What I really love about playing Vesta is that she’s got these layers of sadness and depth,” Yankell explains her role. “There’s a great juxtaposition between her bubbly exclamations about how magical otters are, and the issues she faces at home with her parents. She also gets to be brave and bold. Behind her silliness there is so much wisdom and strength.”   

As Yankell has been rehearsing for Fierce , she has also been writing her master’s thesis. She is passionate about music education and would like to return to teaching high school students after graduation—with aspirations towards teaching at the collegiate level in the future.   

Yankell notes “Something I’ve enjoyed about working with Dr. Menefield and the production team is that they’ve fostered an environment of growth. We’ll often stop to discuss acting methods or vocal technique, which is so important because, at the end of the day, we’re a learning community.”  

“And it’s just a fun project because we have Dr. Menefield there and he wrote it,” she adds. “There are days where he’ll say he was channeling something specific, like Beyonce. It’s not often you get to channel Beyonce while working on an opera.”