Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational and Organizational Leadership 

Lead the future of learning by transforming organizations and empowering communities through advanced educational leadership.

Build a lifelong career of profound impact by preparing to solve complex challenges and drive innovation in diverse educational settings with Felician’s Doctor of Education (EdD) program. Immerse yourself in advanced leadership theories, strategic planning, and cutting-edge research methodologies under the guidance of accomplished scholars and experienced practitioners. Gain hands-on experience applying doctoral-level insights to real-world educational issues and emerge ready to shape policies, inspire change, and lead institutions towards a brighter future.

Establish your legacy in the dynamic field of educational leadership with our comprehensive doctoral program by applying today.

EdD At A Glance

• Location: Online (asynchronous and synchronous course offerings)
• Format: 8-Week Courses
• Credits: 51
• Tuition: $1020 per credit
• Program Duration: 2 Years
• Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions

Curriculum

Explore the advanced courses in the EdD program, taught by experienced educational leaders and aligned with the evolving demands of modern educational organizations. You’ll gain skills in organizational change leadership, data-driven decision-making, policy analysis, and dynamic learning environments. This program offers tracks in the following areas:

• K-12 Leadership (Supervision Certification)
• Business & Entrepreneurship
• Higher Education

Explore the courses you’ll take below.

Careers as a Doctor of Education

As education undergoes significant shifts, leaders who can navigate complex environments, embrace technological advancements, and foster inclusive learning cultures are in high demand. An EdD degree positions you at the forefront of this transformation.

By using the career explorer below, you can learn about salaries for positions you’re interested in, how many job openings are currently available across the nation, projected outlooks, and more. Toggle through careers to explore now.

Admission Requirements for Ed.D. Program for Prospective Students

This option for admission is designed for traditional students applying to the doctoral program. Prospective students may either already be in leadership roles within their organizations or are looking to transition into leadership positions. Students may transfer in no more than 15 credits from a graduate degree program. In addition to a completed graduate application, the following are also required:

• Master’s degree in education, higher education, business, or closely related field
• Graduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework
• Résumé or curriculum vitae (CV)
• Statement of personal and professional goals
• TOEFFL scores (for international students)

Admission Requirements for Prospective Students with Advanced Standing from Other Doctoral Programs

This option is for an Online ABD (All But Dissertation) Doctoral Degree Completion Program option in the Ed.D. in Educational and Organizational Leadership designed for those students wishing to complete their doctoral degree through Felician University. This admission option is for students who have been enrolled in a doctoral program at another institution and have not been able to complete their doctoral degree at another institution. Students with this advanced standing will be able to transfer credits from a previous doctoral program up to 30 credits. In addition to a completed graduate application, the following are also required:

• Master’s degree in education, higher education, business, or closely related field
• Proof of advanced doctoral study and coursework in education, higher education, business, or closely related field from another university program
• Graduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Official transcripts of all undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral coursework
• Résumé or curriculum vitae (CV)
• Statement of personal and professional goals
• TOEFFL scores (for international students)

Transfer Credits

All transfer credits are subject to the review and approval of the Ed.D. Program Coordinator and Dean of the School of Education. A request to transfer credits must be submitted during the admissions process and include the appropriate course title, course description, and copy of syllabi in order to be considered. Courses being transferred must be within the past 10 years to be eligible for transfer credit. All transfer credit decisions are final after the review and determination has been made by the Ed.D. Program Coordinator and Dean of the School of Education.

Financial Aid

As a graduate student, you can get financial aid. We encourage you to submit your FAFSA to see how much financial aid you qualify for to help support your academic pursuit. If you have any questions or need assistance with the process, you can contact the Office of Student Financial Services by emailing finaid@felician.edu. Our Financial Aid Counselors are ready to assist you.

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