Designed for global impact, the Doctor of Education program from Edgewood College prepares educators to lead change and shape the future of education

Elevate your career in education with Edgewood College's Master of Education (M.Ed) + Doctor of Education (Ed.D) dual-degree program. Designed for passionate educators and leaders, this program equips professionals with the advanced skills and knowledge needed to drive meaningful change in educational institutions and communities.

The degree of Doctor of Education is awarded on the basis of submission of a thesis and the completion of coursework. The coursework is an integral and constitutive part of the thesis research of the degree. The thesis should give evidence that the candidate has the ability to carry out research, has shown originality and independence, and has made a significant contribution to knowledge in their particular profession. A research to practice portfolio consisting of evidence documenting the connection between the candidate's research and practice and how the research has informed and enhanced practice should be submitted as part of the thesis. It is expected that some of the work in the thesis would be worthy of publication. The Program should be of a kind which a diligent and competent student might reasonably be expected to complete within six years of part-time study.

Aurora University’s online Doctor of Education: Leadership in Higher Education Administration program is built for working professionals seeking to earn a doctorate degree without putting their career on hold. Learning in flexible, asynchronous courses taught by highly qualified faculty members with experience in the field, you’ll gain the expertise you need to elevate your career and advance to new levels of leadership.

Enhance your understanding of teaching in different environments with an online Doctorate in Education in Instructional Systems and Learning Sciences degree from Auburn University at Montgomery. In this customizable program, you'll gain new knowledge in statistical analysis, teaching and learning, and more. With concentrations in instructional technology and early childhood, you can specialize your degree and become a competitive job candidate. Learn more and apply today.

Increase your impact as an education leader at East Central University, home to Oklahoma's only online Doctor of Education in Rural Education program. ECU Online's Ed.D. in Rural Education imparts expertise in the economic and geographic factors influencing rural schools. This program is ideal for busy educators, as you will complete the coursework and applied dissertation/capstone entirely online. You can transfer up to 30 credits to graduate in as few as 24 months. Request information today.

Pursue an Ed.D. online from top-ranked Vanderbilt University Peabody College. Master's degree or 30 credit hours of graduate-level study required. 3.0+ GPA is preferred. In as few as 3 years, build advanced organizational leadership skills and become an innovative voice in your organization. Designed for experienced leaders across industries, the online Ed.D features exclusive professional networking opportunities and in person convenings held in Nashville.

Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science is an appropriate master's degree in Computer Science or Computing with an average of 60% or an equivalent with an average of 60%. All students with foreign qualifications, including those with qualifications from African countries, must have their qualifications evaluated at SAQA.

Master's holders, earn your Ed.D. in Leadership for Organizations online from the University of Dayton in as few as 3 years 3.0+ GPA required to apply. Graduate prepared to lead effective organizations and promote change and social justice through servant leadership.

The Doctoral program in Executive Educational Leadership (EdD) is designed for individuals who already hold a master’s degree from an accredited institution and have demonstrated strong leadership skills in an educational setting. It is a selective program, designed to be completed with a residential cohort of approximately 20 individuals and an online cohort of students. The courses are offered in a fixed sequence and are designed to accommodate the working professional.

Spalding University’s new School of Physical Therapy offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)* degree for aspiring physical therapists. This entry-level DPT is a hybrid, low-residency program. Classes are a mix of online lectures and monthly onsite lab experiences.

The Doctorate in Education program aims to upgrade the learners’ educational management and leadership skills, turning them into highly efficient evidence-based practitioners and supporting the profession’s growth.

Take your school leadership skills to the next level now. Earn Aurora University's online EdD Leadership in Educational Administration: Superintendent Endorsement degree in three years. You'll study ISBE-approved coursework in topics such as curriculum and assessment for all levels of education and types of students, as well as law, data analysis, and coaching and mentoring. Complete the program with research coursework, dissertation hours, and internships that give you experience and connections.

Organizations around the world in various domains like education, business, civil society, and government are challenged by unprecedented complexity. What is demanded of organizational leaders now is often far beyond their current capabilities. Meridian's EdD in Organizational Leadership has been developed to respond to this capability gap. The curriculum design enables students to cultivate an ecology of competencies in support of their own capabilities as leaders, as well as in coaching other leaders and consulting with teams and organizations. Students in this program work with faculty who are highly skilled practitioners and are deeply engaged in transformative projects.

The Ed.D. in Leadership is a 48-hour, 36-month program that is available online or face-to-face. The program is designed for mid-career working professionals and uses a cohort structure for accountability and community. Applicants should have a minimum of four years of professional experience and three years of leadership experience.