This handbook is currently under development, but will integrate existing and new resources, including webpages and PDFs. Be sure to always consult the Graduate College and College of Education Handbooks in conjunction with our LDL-specific policies and resources.
University and College Handbooks
Getting Started with the LDL Doctoral Program
LDL Doctoral Coursework
- Petition to transfer a course from another University of Illinois program (i.e.. graduate certificate)
Advisory and Support Services and Resources
Policies and Procedures
- Incompletes
- Independent Study
- Thesis Credit
- Leaves of Absence
Early Research Project (ERP) – PhD Students Only
From Coursework to the Dissertation
For now, refer to From Coursework to the Dissertation
LDL Exam-Dissertation Sequence (EDS)
- Introduction
- Program Structure and Requirements
- EDS Map and Requirements
- Exam and Dissertation Development Process
- Dissertation Structure FAQs (see also Milestone Checklist)
- Qualifying Examination Details
- Research Proposal and Dissertation Details
- Chapter 1: Introduction
- Streamlined Chapter 2 Literature Review
- Thesis Research
- Thesis Writing
- 5-Chapter Dissertation Structure (PDF) – repeated link
About the LDL Program
- LDL Programs Offered
- Non-Degree Certificate of Specialization (CoS)
- Graduate Certificate (CERT)
- Masters of Education (EdM)
- Doctor of Education (EdD)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)