Online Doctoral Degrees in Education
Doctoral Degree Programs in Education are designed to boost students' skills in the field and move them ahead in their careers. Starting with foundational courses in Education, most programs then move into a specialization in Education.
Skilled Educators are fundamental to participate in the intellectual growth of their students.
Educators have the potential to impact individuals through not only the learning and imparting of specific knowledge, but also to enhance self-esteem and allow their students to realize their self-potential and develop their latent talents. While teaching and learning can involve multiple subject areas, learners can choose to specialize in specific areas or age levels from infant to post-graduate studies.
To request more information on specific degree requirements, tuition costs, and financial aid, please select one of the schools listed below.
Students in Doctoral Degree programs can expect to graduate and move into Education careers within 1 to 4 years.
A doctorate is an academic degree of the highest level awarded after the completion of a program of one to three years in duration.
If you are interested in earning a Doctoral Degree in Education, find the Doctoral Degree that best fits you..
Accredited Colleges and Universities
Online Schools with Education programs
Walden University
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Ph.D. in Education - General Program - KAM-Based
This program helps education professionals pursue original research that contributes to the field. Taking into consideration challenges that educators face today, this program explores issues such as human development, organizational systems, and promotion of social change through education. With a range of specializations and learning formats, you can personalize your course of study to meet your needs and goals.
Specializations (in addition to the General Program)
- Adult Education Leadership
- Community College Leadership
- Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Technology
- Global and Comparative Education
- Higher Education
- K-12 Educational Leadership
- Leadership, Policy, and Change
- Learning, Instruction, and Innovation
- Self-Designed
- Special Education
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Ph.D. in Education - Higher Education - KAM-Based
This program helps education professionals pursue original research that contributes to the field. Taking into consideration challenges that educators face today, this program explores issues such as human development, organizational systems, and promotion of social change through education. With a range of specializations and learning formats, you can personalize your course of study to meet your needs and goals.
Specializations (in addition to the General Program)
- Adult Education Leadership
- Community College Leadership
- Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Technology
- Global and Comparative Education
- Higher Education
- K-12 Educational Leadership
- Leadership, Policy, and Change
- Learning, Instruction, and Innovation
- Self-Designed
- Special Education
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Ph.D. in Education - Higher Education - Mixed-Model
This program helps education professionals pursue original research that contributes to the field. Taking into consideration challenges that educators face today, this program explores issues such as human development, organizational systems, and promotion of social change through education. With a range of specializations and learning formats, you can personalize your course of study to meet your needs and goals.
Specializations (in addition to the General Program)
- Adult Education Leadership
- Community College Leadership
- Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Technology
- Global and Comparative Education
- Higher Education
- K-12 Educational Leadership
- Leadership, Policy, and Change
- Learning, Instruction, and Innovation
- Self-Designed
- Special Education
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Ph.D. in Education - General Program - Mixed-Model
This program helps education professionals pursue original research that contributes to the field. Taking into consideration challenges that educators face today, this program explores issues such as human development, organizational systems, and promotion of social change through education. With a range of specializations and learning formats, you can personalize your course of study to meet your needs and goals.
Specializations (in addition to the General Program)
- Adult Education Leadership
- Community College Leadership
- Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Technology
- Global and Comparative Education
- Higher Education
- K-12 Educational Leadership
- Leadership, Policy, and Change
- Learning, Instruction, and Innovation
- Self-Designed
- Special Education
Northcentral University
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Ed.D./English Second Language
Our Doctor of Education in English Second Language (ESOL) program provides instruction in the assessment and development of curriculum content and practical information related to bilingual instructional methods that teachers can facilitate in directed classroom settings. Courses will examine age appropriate and culturally relevant materials that incorporate the needs and emphasize respect to learners from diverse backgrounds and how to adapt content curriculum for ESL/ESOL students.
Candidates should check with their respective state officials to determine if this program meets applicable certification requirements and should hold a master's degree prior to enrolling.
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Ph.D.Ed/Special Education
A Ph.D. in Education/Special Education program prepares graduates to teach and work with individuals with various types of disabilities. Courses will cover a wide spectrum of issues relating to individuals with disabilities, including the development and characteristics of learners, individual learning differences, instructional strategies, social development, and language development.Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.
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Ph.D.Ed/Leadership in Higher Education
A Ph.D. in Education/Leadership in Higher Education degree is designed to develop educator's leadership skills and possibly advance to middle-and senior-level administrator positions including presidents and deans. Graduates can also work as faculty members in colleges and universities around the world. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.
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Ph.D.Ed/Sports Management
Our Ph.D. in Education/Sports Management degree program is designed to address the ever-changing and emerging issues within the context of educational settings and how to apply educational concepts and management principles in the planning, organizing, leading, and directing of sports and athletics. In this program, learners will further their knowledge of competencies in athletic administration and coaching; explore working problems within the profession to discern solutions; and build an understanding of educational theories related to this field. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.
