Ed.D.
Doctor of Education

Educational Leadership and Change

If you're a mid-career professional ready to lead transformative change in higher education, our online Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Change is designed for you.

This flexible, cohort-based program combines asynchronous coursework with four short residencies (one virtual and three in-person) to fit your busy schedule. You'll engage in research, organizational theory, and ethical leadership, culminating in a dissertation that addresses real-world challenges in your field. 

 

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Program Overview

Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Change

Ed.D.
Earn your Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Change online and develop the skills to drive meaningful transformation in higher education institutions. 

 

Format

100% Online

How it Works

Tuition

$471 / credit

Tuition & Fees

Credits

54

Course Catalog

Next term starts

Fall 2025

Ready to Apply?

The deadline for the Fall 2025 term is August 1. How to Apply

Become a Catalyst for Change in Higher Education

What you’ll learn in this program:

  • Apply organizational change theories
  • Lead with ethical and inclusive practices
  • Conduct applied educational research
  • Develop strategic solutions for institutions  

Elevate Your Role in Higher Education Leadership

This program prepares you for senior leadership positions across the higher education landscape, including: 

  • Academic Dean 
  • Director of Institutional Research 
  • Vice President for Student Affairs 
  • Chief Diversity Officer 
  • Higher Education Consultant 
Career Services
Emilio D. poses near a stairwell.
I have so much passion for working with students, specifically advising students with academics. My advisor was someone I really valued when I was a student — having someone to speak to, not only about courses, but also other issues and challenges. To now be on the other side of that and advise and help students, starting from their first year all the way to seeing them in graduation, it's really meaningful to me. This degree will allow me to make more of an impact and know more about policy and how to introduce policy change.
Emilio D.
Educational Leadership and Change student

 

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Advance Your Career With an Online Ed.D.

We're here to support you every step of the way. Our online Ed.D. program offers the flexibility you need, with a blend of independent study and collaborative residencies. You'll gain practical leadership skills, engage with a community of peers, and receive personalized guidance from faculty mentors — all designed to help you succeed in driving change within higher education. 

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Put your past experience toward your degree. Use transfer credits, work experience, or life skills to get a head start, save money, and earn your degree faster.

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Apply for this Program

Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term! 

How To Apply

Next start term

Fall 2025

Deadline to apply

August 1

Start Your Degree

as soon as September 2, 2025.

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