Earn a doctoral degree in education online
Earn a doctoral degree in education online
Our doctoral degrees in education can help you move forward in your career and inspire real change as an educator, administrator or specialist. You’ll build the comprehensive skills and knowledge to become an innovative leader in education. And our EdD in Educational Leadership program is available in the GuidedPath and FlexPath learning formats – choose the online program that best fits the way you learn, the flexibility and support you need and your budget.
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EdD and PhD in education programs
No GMAT or GRE required.
This program includes online coursework experiences. With the Capella Tuition Cap, know your maximum tuition costs. Pay no more than $32,000* in tuition costs for your EdD.
Specializations
- Adult Education
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Educational Leadership**
- Performance Improvement Leadership
- Reading and Literacy
*Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details.
**FlexPath available
This program includes online coursework and in-person experiences.
Specializations
- Leadership for Higher Education
- Leadership in Educational Administration
Accreditations & partnerships
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
“Working in higher education, I have a peek behind the curtain of what kind of support students need—and what it feels like when they don’t get it. During my program, I was beyond supported. Capella far exceeded my expectations.”
Capella Progress Rewards are scholarships for eligible new students, including $5K for a PhD in Education. The best part is, they aren’t need-based and never have to be repaid. Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details.
Choose the learning format that’s right for you
Each of us thrives in different environments, which is why we offer quality online learning formats that are flexible, affordable, and supportive. All of our programs are available in the GuidedPath format, while select programs are also available in our self-paced option, FlexPath.
Follow our lead
We’ll set the weekly coursework schedule; you meet the deadlines.
Pay per course
The familiar way to pay for your tuition with price varying by courseload or term; pay for what you take.
Interactive setting
Online discussions with faculty and classmates, plus regular check-ins with your academic coach.
Self-paced
Set your own deadlines, move through courses at your own speed.
Pay per session
Take one or two core courses at a time and complete as many as you want in 12 weeks for one flat fee.*
1:1 engagement
Get learning support from tutors, detailed feedback from faculty and personalized planning from coaches.
*Books, supplies and other fees apply. Military Tuition Assistance (TA) is not available for FlexPath.
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Academic coaches
Financial aid advisors
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Academic assistance
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Career Development Center
Learning and study strategy tools
Financial resources
Assistance creating a financial plan
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of education alumni are satisfied with their Capella education.
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