Education Specialist Degree Application Process

Please complete this process as soon as possible. Application review begins in May of each year. Selection interviews will follow.
Applications will be accepted until all cadre openings are filled.

Applicant Requirements:

• All candidates must have completed an approved master’s degree program. Endorsement as a superintendent in
  Nebraska is typically available for only those candidates who already hold a building-level principal endorsement.
• Candidates with master’s degrees in areas other than educational leadership should consult with the program director prior to application.

Application Process

1. Complete the Online Application
   It is free to file. The $30 application fee will not be charged until your first term of enrollment. Once you have applied/inquired, a member of the enrollment team will contact you to assist with the admission process. For immediate assistance you can contact us at:

   • 402.467.9000
   • Toll-free 844-321-6642
   • Email at [email protected]

   For questions about the Education Specialist Program

   • Contact Dr. Cindy Gray, Director at [email protected].

1. Provide official transcripts from the institutions where you earned your bachelor and graduate degree (Contact Information Below).
    
2. Provide a copy of your current Teaching or Administrative Certificate.
    
3. Request three letters of recommendation from those who can assess your ability to succeed in a Post-Masters' program (at least one recommendation must be from a practicing administrator).
    
4. Submit a written statement (about 250-500 words) on your interest in Doane's Education Specialist degree program including professional leadership goals at the district level, and your philosophy of education and leadership.
    
5. Complete this Disclosure Form
    
6. Submit a copy of your current resume or vitae. Include all professional teaching and administrative experiences.
    
7. Perform an interview and approval from Education Specialist Director.

Submit All Materials To:

Doane University Enrollment Team Non-residential & Online 303 N. 52nd Street Lincoln, NE 68504 [email protected]

For parchment transcript requests email: [email protected]

Doane University continues its policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status or sexual orientation.