The EdS degree program affords the opportunity for advanced graduate study and is available to those who already hold a master’s degree. For the specialist degree students will complete 9 semester hours of faculty advisor approved graduate-level coursework that constitute an area of focus, in addition to the 32 semester hours required in the Principal Licensure  program.  The EdS Administrative Leadership & Policy Studies requires a total of 41 semester hours of coursework. Candidates must also successfully complete a comprehensive exam paper in the final semester, reflecting on how the three additional EdS classes will help them in the role of principal.