Excel in Your Field with a Specialized Expertise
Whether your passion lies in education, criminal justice, or organizational leadership, a doctoral degree from Nova Southeastern University lets you take the next step in your career by becoming an expert in your field. Lead meaningful change in your school, organization, or community.
Develop your expertise in your area of study with a practice-based curriculum taught by faculty who teach from experience and with a student-centered approach.
Complete your degree around your busy schedule with the flexible learning options that make NSU unique. Classes can be taken online, in person, or a mix of both—whatever works for you.
Why Earn Your Doctorate at NSU?
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
- Curriculum and Teaching
- Educational Leadership
- Higher Education Leadership
- Instructional Technology and Distance Education
- Organizational Leadership
- Reading
- Special Education


What Can You Do with a Doctoral Degree in Education?
Go on to have a rewarding career as a(n):- Teacher
- Administrator
- Curriculum Writer
- Organization Leader
- Nonprofit Leader
Ph.D. in Criminal Justice
- Behavioral Science
- Juvenile Justice
- Organizational Leadership
Dissertation Support
As a student in the Ph.D. in Criminal Justice program, your professors will work with you to finish your dissertation through seminars, weekly meetups, editing support, and defense preparation. The Dissertation Support Services (DSS) team is also available to assist you with any questions you may have about finishing your dissertation.

Earning a Doctor of Philosophy in Criminal Justice from NSU has provided me with the knowledge and credentials necessary to enter into the professions of research and academia. As a full-time police chief, the program ... afforded me the opportunity to achieve my goals from a highly recommended and SACS-accredited institution.
Jay Fortenbery | Retired police chief
What Can You Do With a Doctoral Degree in Criminal Justice?
- Criminal Investigators
- Correctional Authorities
- Consultants
- Criminologists
Ed.D. in Human Services Administration
The Ed.D. in Human Services Administration is a leadership-focused doctoral program designed to equip you with the latest theories and practical problem-solving experience.
Hone your expertise in human services and related fields, including child protection, developmental disabilities, and human services administration. Make a real, measurable difference in human lives by leading and managing the services and organizations they depend upon.


What Can You Do with an Ed.D. in Human Services?
Enjoy a rewarding career as a:- Community Outreach Worker
- Home Health Aide
- Marriage and Family Therapist
- Probation Officer
- Public Policy Consultant
Success Stories

Accreditation
The Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice (FCE & SCJ) is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).