Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability Apply

Welcome to the Admissions Process!

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:

1. Step 1. Complete the University of Wisconsin System application (apply.wisconsin.edu). 
   • The UW Admissions Office will confirm receipt via email.
2. Step 2. Send all official electronic transcripts directly to UW-Stevens Point (master’s degree required prior to enrolling).
3. Step 3. 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 
4. Step 4. 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.
• 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.

2025 residency dates:

• International Residency (Costa Rica) June 15-22
• UWSP Residency June 23-27