University of North Texas
College of Education
Counseling & Higher Education
Ed.D. in Higher Education
Degrees:
- Ed D.
Program Emphasis:
- Administrative Leadership
- Adult Education
- College Teaching
- Community College Leadership
- Student Learning & Development
Contact
Dr. Barrett Taylor1155 Union Circle #305187
Denton, TX 76209
Program Statement
The EdD program with a major in higher education is designed for individuals interested primarily in the application of theory to practice. It is particularly appropriate for persons who aspire to administrative leadership careers in one or more of the following areas.
- Senior leadership positions in four-year colleges and universities, such as dean of students, vice president for student affairs, dean of administration, vice president for administration, vice president for development, assistant to the president, dean of continuing education and dean of a college of education.
- Senior leadership positions in two-year community colleges, junior colleges and vocational/technical institutes, such as department chair, dean of learning resource centers, chief academic affairs officer, vice president for student services, dean of business services, and president.
- Higher education middle management administrative positions in student affairs, administrative affairs, business affairs and development in all types of institutions of higher education, including such positions as director of housing, director of financial aid, coordinator of student life/student activities, student center director, director of institutional research, director of development, and director of continuing education.
- Senior administrative and staff positions in higher education coordinating and/or policy agencies in state, regional and federal government.
- Administrative leadership positions with higher education accrediting agencies, professional associations, consortia and other professional organizations.
Meets ACPA Commission for Professional Preparation Standards:
YesMeets CAS Standards:
YesNumber of Program Faculty
Full Time:
7Total Program Credit Hours:
63Average Time to Degree:
5 yearsVisitation Program
No
Requirements
Entrance Exam:
- None Required
Assistantship Required:
NoAssistantship Placement Assistance:
YesAttendance:
- Full time
- Part time
Program Delivery:
- In-person
- Online
- Hybrid
Course Schedule:
- Day
- Evening
Thesis:
NoComprehensive Exam Required:
Yes