Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability Apply
Welcome to the Admissions Process!
Program Review
Watch our prerecorded program review video to hear from our faculty and current students about what makes this program unique. Then, sign up for an info session to hear more about curriculum, program expectations and admissions processes.
Important Dates
New students will start at the end of May
Minimum Admissions Requirements
- Completion of a master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university at time of orientation
- Life and/or professional experience related to educational sustainability
- Evidence of self-direction
- Previous relevant academic experience to area of interest
- Proficient writing skills
- Comfortable with learning online and technology
Application Process
The application process involves FOUR required steps:
- Complete the University of Wisconsin System application (apply.wisconsin.edu).
- The UW Admissions Office will confirm receipt via email.
- Send all official electronic transcripts directly to UW-Stevens Point (master’s degree required prior to enrolling).
- Complete the UWSP School of Education Application, including:
- 1,200-1,500-word letter of intent
- Writing sample
- Current resume or CV
- Copy of your transcripts
- Contact info for three references
- Complete interview with the admissions committee
Required Colloquium (In-Person Residency) and Program Orientation
- The Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability is a cohort-based program with online courses and an on-campus residency component.
- The on-campus residency component is held for 4-5 days each summer at the end of June, either at UWSP or another location. The residency serves as the program orientation. Our 2026 residency will be held June 21-26 in Maui.
- Room and board costs during the residency are included in the program tuition (no extra fees).
- Residency is required every year for accreditation purposes.
- After the first year, exceptions to the residency requirement may be made for special circumstances, with an alternative experience to meet program goals.