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Admission Procedures

Prospective doctoral students must file the following with the Office of Graduate Studies, Riverfront Center 206, (916) 278-6470:

  1. An online application that can be accessed at www.csumentor.edu/admissionapp;

    1. Proceed to CSU Mentor and create and account to start application process.

    2. Review the Application Information and click on "Begin Application" to proceed to the application.

    3. Select the appropriate "Term applying for:"

    4. Under "Major/ Program object:" please select either "Education Doctorate (P-12)" or "Education Doctorate (Community College)"

    5. Select "Doctorate" in the "Degree objective" field.

    6. In the Credential's section, please select the field that applies.

    7. Complete the "Previous Application/Attendance" section if applicable.

    8. Click on "Next" at the bottom of the page and proceed with completing your personal and college information.

  2. One set of official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, other than Sacramento State. The address of the Office of Graduate Studies is:
    Office of Graduate Studies
    California State University, Sacramento
    6000 J Street
    River Front Center – 206
    Sacramento , CA 95819 - 6112

At the same time, each applicant must forward the following to the Program Office in the College of Education:

  1. The Ed.D. program supplemental application PDF Document;

  2. GRE results no older than 5 years from date of application;

  3. Written statement of purpose;

  4. Resumé detailing education and professional experience;

  5. Three (3) letters of references - download form PDF Document;

  6. One set of Unofficial transcripts, including any from Sacramento State.

If in need of assistance during the application process, please contact: (916) 278-6470.