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Overview
The PhD in Education - Higher Education Leadership and Policy (Self-Designed) program from Walden University offers educators and administrators the opportunity to grow as scholars and innovators in higher education. Benefit from access to distinguished faculty members and student support services. Conduct original research in your area of interest, deepen your research skills, and prepare to contribute as an education leader, administrator, faculty member, or policymaker.
Join the more than 100 state teachers of the year who have chosen Walden University to obtain their education degree.
Specializations (in addition to the General Program)
- Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment and Evaluation
- Early Childhood Leadership and Advocacy
- Early Childhood Special Education
- Educational Policy, Leadership, and Management
- Educational Technology and Design
- Higher Education Leadership, Management, and Policy
- Higher Education Leadership and Policy (Self-Designed)
- Learning, Instruction, and Innovation
- Organizational Research, Assessment, and Evaluation
- Reading, Literacy, Assessment, and Evaluation
Choose Your Speed of Completion: Take one or two courses at a time, or choose a combination of the two, throughout the program to fit your schedule.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme 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.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 79
Credits
86 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Education Management, Organisation & Leadership Special Education View 56 other Masters in Management, Organisation & Leadership in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 79
Other requirements
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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National
14833 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 44500 USD for the full programme and a duration of 36 months.
- Tuition-Coursework - $44,500
- Tuition-Doctoral Study/Project - $13,500–$81,000
Funding
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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