Educational Policy Studies consists of a multidisciplinary program of study and research concerned with identifying and ameliorating significant educational problems. It draws upon concepts and research methods from a variety of fields (including the social sciences, history, law, and philosophy) in defining problems and formulating solutions. This concentration prepares professionals from diverse backgrounds for effective informed engagement in this process. At the same time, it prepares such persons to pursue research and service agendas geared toward lifting policy analysis, discourse, and action to new levels. The number of required credit hours depends on qualifications. Students complete courses required by the college and the program, electives specific to a chosen area of emphasis, a field project/internship or an apprenticeship in college teaching, and a dissertation.
