The 2026 application cycle will open soon!
The next admission cycle will open mid-August 2025.
Application deadline: February 1, 2026
Choose Your Concentration
Below are the concentrations available for the 2026 cohorts:
Higher Education
Intended for change-oriented professionals working in 4-year, 2-year, and university settings.
- Contact: Dr. Chauntee Thrill | thrillcr@appstate.edu
Instructional Technology Leadership
Focuses on instructional uses of technology in K-12 and higher education.
Includes graduate certificate in Instructional Technology Leadership.
- Contact: Dr. Patrick O’Shea | osheapm@appstate.edu
Interdisciplinary Studies
Intended for professionals with an earned EdS degree from Appalachian or cross-disciplinary interests in educational leadership, inquiry, and innovative practice.
- Contact: Dr. Vachel Miller | millervw@appstate.edu
Expected Concentrations for Fall 2027:
Graduate School Information Sessions
Below are the upcoming ONLINE information sessions offered by the Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies. Click the links below to register for one of these sessions.
Educational Leadership Virtual Information Session
Monday, September 15 at 6:00 PM
Educational Leadership Virtual Information Session
Monday, October 13 at 6:00 PM
Educational Leadership Virtual Information Session
Monday, November 17 at 6:00 PM
Educational Leadership Virtual Information Session
Monday, December 8 at 6:00 PM
Apply to Graduate School
Visit the Cratis D. Williams Graduate School page to apply to graduate school at Appalachian.