Doctorate in Education Program


Carlow University’s New EdD Program: Devoted to the Future of Education

Carlow University’s new Doctorate in Education (EdD) program is geared toward teachers and administrators who recognize the need for a new brand of leadership to re-imagine the future of education now.
This three-year practice-based inquiry program is for people who are devoted to extending their voices beyond their particular disciplines to help change the world for their future students. It offers four learning tracks:

Leadership | Curriculum and Learning | Literacy | Early Childhood Policy and Leadership

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Credits Required:

54

Cost Per Credit:

$650

Time to Completion:

As few as 36 months

Delivery:

100% online – Dissertation defense is in person.

EdD courses at Carlow are different from other programs because they feature a distinctly integrated doctoral study design, with each course building upon previous ideas while preparing students to engage with new concepts that can inform their practice. Throughout the program, students are invited to study systems design, to engage in discursive deliberation, and to explore new transformational approaches to education.

Quick Facts

  • Our EdD is rooted in our rich history and traditions of social justice and mercy values.
  • We invite and respect diversity of thinking and expression as we learn together to challenge social injustices and inequities in schools.
  • This program positions students as innovative thinkers as they present their ideas and practice-based research.
  • Students can learn and work with other innovative system thinkers.

Alternate Degree Completion Options

Online Degree
Gain the knowledge you need at your convenience with our online degree option. When applying, indicate your interest in the online option.

Accelerated
Fast track your way to a master’s by taking graduate courses as an undergraduate student. Course credits count towards both degrees. Apply for this option after your sophomore year.

Career Opportunities for EdD

The EdD degree is the highest degree that can be awarded in the field of education. It signifies unparalleled expertise and concentrated study in the field. This degree is valued by individuals seeking a career as principals, school district superintendents, assistant superintendents, college faculty, executive directors, or heads of foundations.


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Admission Requirements and Application Process

  • 3.0 GPA Minimum for Admission
  • Apply anytime, start date in the Fall Semester.
  • It is possible to transfer up to 18 post-Masters credits
  • This program accepts international students
  • Current CV, graduate transcript, and an essay are required to apply
  • Three (3) professional recommendations are required
Apply:

Any time

Start Terms:

Fall, Spring, and Summer

Contact Admissions

If you are interested in this doctorate program, our Admissions team is available to assist you with the next steps, including scheduling an on-campus visit.

admissions@carlow.edu
+1 (412) 578 6059

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