Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education
Professional Studies in Education Specialization
School of Education
This PhD specialization is designed for experienced educators who wish to excel as teachers, consultants, or researchers. This online degree program provides optimal opportunity to focus on areas of study that interest you most where you will develop advanced critical thinking, problem solving, and research skills.
You may be eligible for transfer credits of up to 48 credits.
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestone in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length.
See residential colloquia details
- ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: Program starting soon!
- COST PER QUARTER: $4,176
- (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment)
- TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 120
  
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Core Courses:
- ED8002 - Foundations of Theory and Practice in Doctoral Studies - 4 credits
- ED8113 - Advanced Study in Research Methods - 4 credits
Specialization Courses:
- ED829 - Theory and Methods of Educating Adults - 4 credits OR
- ED7700 - Learning Theory and the Educational Process - 4 credits
- ED815 - The Future of Educational Institutions: Topics and Trends - 4 credits
- ED7701 - Educational Philosophy and Change - 4 credits
- ED8222 - Professionalism in the 21st Century - 4 credits
- ED9984 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination I - 4 credits
- ED9985 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination II - 4 credits
- ED9996 - Dissertation Research I - 4 credits
- ED9997 - Dissertation Research II - 4 credits
- ED9998 - Dissertation Research III - 4 credits
- ED9999 - Dissertation Research IV - 4 credits
Eighteen Elective Courses (Recommended Elective Courses):
- ED8115 - Advanced Quantitative Research Methods - 4 credits
- ED8117 - Advanced Qualitative Research Methods - 4 credits
- ED8119 - Advanced Practicum in Research Design - 4 credits OR
- Choose any graduate courses - 72 credits
Register now for a course, or call 1-888-227-2736.
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