Ed.D. Resources

Browse the links below for materials and information of importance to Ed.D. students.


Students are ready to take comprehensive exams at the end of their coursework. Students should consult their advisor about which semester to take the exam. All registered students will receive an information packet six weeks before the exam date.

To register for the exam, submit to Carol Oxendine coxendine@email.wcu.edu an email that includes:

  • A statement of your intent to take exams
  • The name of your dissertation chair

 For exams to be taken in the following semester  Deadline to register to take the exam  Date of Exam    Date by which you will receive feedback
 Spring 2011  February 1, 2011  April 23, 2011   May 9, 2011 
 Summer 2011  May 1, 2011   July 23, 2011   August 15, 2011 
 Fall 2011  September 1, 2011  November 12, 2011   December 2, 2011 

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