Do you aspire to drive transformative educational change in your institution and community? Designed for practitioners and administrators from P-12 to higher education, the Doctor of Education (EdD) program from Walden University offers flexibility and choices to meet your needs—even if those needs change along the way.
Doctor of Education, EdD
- AnytimeApplication Deadline
- 56 monthsDuration
- UnknownTuition Fee14244 USD/yearTuition Fee
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Overview
With the Lifelong Learning Pathway from Walden University, students in most of the PhD in Education, Doctor of Education (EdD), and Education Specialist (EdS) programs take many of the same initial courses. You can start in one of our post-master’s or doctoral programs in education and move to another degree program, which saves you time and money.
In the EdD program, you can also:
- Select a course load that is right for you.
- Benefit from practical support, from your first course to your doctoral study or dissertation.
- Transfer credits from prior coursework to accelerate your time to degree completion.
- Apply research and theory to address critical issues facing today’s classrooms and communities.
Specializations (in addition to the General Program)
- Community College Leadership
- Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Administration and Leadership (Non-Licensure)
- Educational Technology
- Higher Education and Adult Learning
- Higher Education Leadership and Management
- Higher Education (Self-Designed)
- Reading, Literacy, and Assessment (Non-Licensure)
- Special Education
Accreditation
Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
- Accreditation validates that a university and its programs are rigorous and offer relevant content. Walden University’s accreditation means:
- The quality of the institution and its programs are continually reassessed and improved.
- Credits earned are easier to transfer than credits earned at non-accredited institutions.
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Good news: You can apply for this programme anytime before its start date.
Always verify the dates on the programme website.
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- Programme intensity Part-time
- Average part-time duration 56 months
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode Online
Programme Structure
Walden’s flexibility and support put your education within reach. You will benefit from a comprehensive online learning experience that includes:
- Convenient start dates throughout the year.
- Orientation that prepares you for success in an online environment.
- Ability to complete coursework when and where it is convenient for you.
- Access to courses and materials on your smartphone or tablet.
- Multimedia resources designed to augment student learning: videos, case studies, simulations, articles, journals, and discussion topics.
- A global online community of faculty, students, and alumni.
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
79The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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Minimum required score:
6.5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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Minimum required score:
550The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks.
General Requirements
- Walden University's admission requirements vary by program and degree level.
- Walden enrollment advisors are available to help you with every step of the online application process, from deciding which program is right for you to applying for financial aid.
- Enrollment advisors can also explain Walden's transfer of credit policy for past educational experience.
Tuition Fee
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14244 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 66494 USD for the full programme and a duration of 56 months.
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Funding
Paying for your education can be a challenge, but Walden helps you identify the many funding options that are available to you, including scholarships, grants, and federal and private loans. You can also check with your employer to see if they offer tuition reimbursement for your courses. A Walden enrollment advisor can help you determine which funding options are available to you. Additionally, you can save time and money by transferring credits earned previously.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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