Doctor of Higher Education Leadership (EdD)

You can make a lasting difference in the field of higher education. Nova Southeastern University's Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership will give you the knowledge you need to tackle the challenges found on campuses nationwide. You'll gain skills in problem-solving, social intelligence, professional development, and more—enhancing your ability to increase your school's performance and build a collaborative, decision-making culture. NSU's Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership will help you reach the top of the academic ladder.

Our graduates flourish as college professors, university registrars, academic counselors, deans, and university presidents. The spirit of an NSU Shark shapes a strong leader and an even stronger future.

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Who Should Apply

Teacher of higher education in classroom

Practicing or aspiring educators, trainers, and staff developers in public and private colleges and universities, hospitals, government, religious or military organizations and private corporations.
Master’s degree graduates or above seeking a doctoral degree in education and leadership knowledge/skills in higher education administration.
Educators considering a Ph.D. in higher education leadership who want to explore Ed.D. benefits.

Quick Facts

Tuition

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Curriculum

NSU’s Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership is a minimum of 48 total credits to complete.

Delivery Options

Classes for the Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership are offered fully online.

Application Deadlines

Applications for admission are accepted online and on a rolling basis for all graduate programs throughout the calendar year. No entrance exam required.

Ed.D. in Higher Educational Leadership Curriculum

Core Courses (12 credits)

Credits

( EDD 8100

Academic Writing (SRP components)

/Credits: 3)

( EDD 8010

Emerging Trends & Strategic Innovation

/Credits: 3)

( EDD 8110

Designing Transformative Learning Environments

/Credits: 3)

( EDD 8411

Data for Impact & Transformation (SRP components)

/Credits: 3)

Concentration Area Courses (21 credits)

Credits

(HEL 8300

The Faces of 21st Century Higher Education Institutions

/Credits: 3)

(HEL 8310

Student Affairs in Higher Education

/Credits: 3)

(HEL 8320

Planning, Budgeting, and Financing of Institutional Resources

/Credits: 3)

(HEL 8330

Governance, Ethics, and the Law of Higher Education

/Credits: 3)

(HEL 8340

Leading the Academic Mission of Today’s Colleges & Universities

/Credits: 3)

(HEL 8350

Politics and External Relations of Higher Education

/Credits: 3)

(HEL 8360

Comparative Higher Education

/Credits: 3)

Capstone (6 credits)

Credits

(ESRP 9000

Strategic Research Project

/Credits: 6)

Required Courses (9 credits)

Credits

(RES 8920

Research Methods (SRP components)

/Credits: 3)

(RES 9300

Research Design & Data Analysis (SRP components)

/Credits: 3)

( RES 8913

Program Evaluation (SRP components)

/Credits: 3)

All courses are 8 weeks, except ESRP 9000 which is 16 weeks.

Ed.D. in Higher Education Professional Licensure Disclosure (PDF)

Admission Requirements

Master’s Degree

Degree from a Regionally Accredited Institution

$50

Nonrefundable Application Fee (USD)

3.0

Or Higher GPA

Ready for the Next Step?

We’re thrilled you’re applying to this Ed.D. program at NSU.

This program opens opportunities in areas of research, academia, and management for those who are ready to advance as well as for individuals considering a career change.

Applications for admission are accepted online and on a rolling basis. No entrance exam is required.

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