Best Online Doctor of Education Programs for 2026

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Vanderbilt University - Online Doctor of Education in Leadership and Learning in Organizations

230 Appleton Place
Nashville, TN, 37203
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  24-36 Months
Credits Req:  54
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • Complete in as few as 3 years
  • Designed for experienced leaders across industries
  • Exclusive networking and in-person convenings in Nashville
  • Master's degree (or 30 grad credits) and 3.0+ GPA preferred
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Baylor University - Online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Learning and Organizational Change

1311 S 5th St
Waco, TX, 76706
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  36 Months
Credits Req:  54
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • Grounded in teaching and learning principles
  • Prepares you to lead change across schools, businesses, and non-profits
  • Solve difficult challenges and lead systemic change in your workplace
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Ed.D. in Organizational Learning and Leadership

CB 3500 Peabody Hall
Chapel Hill, NC, 27599
United States
Type:  Public
Length:  36 Months
Credits Req:  54
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • Built for working professionals
  • Human-centered approach to leadership
  • Flexible, collaborative online classes
  • Focus on transforming organizational practices and cultures
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University of the Southwest - Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program

6610 North Lovington Hwy
Hobbs, NM, 88240
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  24-36
Credits Req:  60 hours
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • Fully online, three-year practitioner doctorate
  • Designed for experienced educators seeking to lead meaningful change
  • Apply research directly to challenges in your schools and districts
  • Tailor coursework and dissertation to your organization's needs
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Texas Wesleyan University - Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program

1201 Wesleyan
Fort Worth, TX, 76105
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  36 months
Credits Req:  48 hours
Testing Req:  No No GRE or GMAT required

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National University - Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program

9388 Lightwave Ave
San Diego, CA, 92123
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  32 months
Credits Req:  48 Credit Hours (54 for Nursing Education specialization)
Testing Req:  No GRE/GMAT required

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  • 100% online; AAQEP-accredited
  • Empowers driven professionals to become transformative leaders in education
  • Analyze complex challenges and apply innovative solutions
  • Focus on equity, access, and ethical leadership
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University of Southern California - Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Change and Leadership online

University Park Campus
Los Angeles, CA, 90089
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  3-4 Years
Credits Req:  43-60
Testing Req:  EdD Writing assessment (GMAT and GRE are no longer accepted)

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  • Offered by USC Rossier School of Education
  • Designed for current and emerging leaders
  • Drive systemic change in diverse settings
  • Join a network of professionals transforming organizations
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Pepperdine University - Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership

6100 Center Drive
Los Angeles, CA, 90045
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  40 Months or more
Credits Req:  57
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • Complete in as few as 40 months
  • Real-world training through immersion experiences
  • Built for full-time, experienced working professionals
  • Personalize with specializations and electives
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Aurora University - EdD in Higher Education Leadership

347 S. Gladstone Ave.
Aurora, Il, 60506
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  3 - 6 years
Credits Req:  60 credits
Testing Req:  GMAT/GRE scores are not required.

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Northern Kentucky University - Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership Higher Education Administration

Nunn Drive
Highland Heights, KY, 41099
United States
Type:  Public
Length:  36 months
Credits Req:  60 credits
Testing Req:  No testing requirement

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University of Dayton - Online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership for Organizations

300 College Park
Dayton, OH, 45469
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  36 Months
Credits Req:  60
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • Online; complete in as few as 3 years
  • Prepares you to lead effective organizations
  • Focus on servant leadership, change, and social justice
  • Requires master's degree and 3.0+ GPA to apply
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Saint Leo University - Online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) Program

33701 County Road 52
St Leo, FL, 33574
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  32 months
Credits Req:  48 credits
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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Youngstown State University - Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (EdD)

One University Plaza
Youngstown, OH, 44555
United States
Type:  Public
Length:  As few as 32 months
Credits Req:  60 credits
Testing Req:  GRE waiver available (GPA 3.25+)

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St. Thomas University - Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (EdD)

16401 NW 37th Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL, 33054
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  As few as 40 months
Credits Req:  60 credits
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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St. Bonaventure University - Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

3261 West State Road
St. Bonaventure
New York, NY, 14778
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  24-36 months
Credits Req:  60
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • 100% online; complete in 24–36 months
  • Three dissertation options aligned to your career goals
  • Focus on real-world educational problems
  • Prepares you to lead and advocate policy change in education
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Marymount University - Online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership & Organizational Innovation

2807 North Glebe Road
Arlington, Virginia, 22207
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  32 months
Credits Req:  48 Credit Hours
Testing Req:  No GRE or GMAT Required

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  • Nationally respected Ed.D. program
  • 100% online; complete in less than 3 years
  • Designed for working professionals
  • Master's degree and 3+ years of experience required
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American International College - Online EdD in Educational Leadership and Administration

1000 State Street
Springfield, MA, 01109
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  24 months
Credits Req:  40 hours
Testing Req:  No GRE or GMAT required

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  • 100% online; complete in two years
  • Four specializations to align your degree with your goals
  • Choose dissertation or applied capstone
  • Cohort-based with built-in mentorship
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New Mexico State University - Educational Leadership Doctoral Program (ELDP)

1780 E University Ave
Las Cruces, NM, 88003
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  24-36 Months
Credits Req:  63
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • Public institution
  • Located in Las Cruces, NM
  • Can be completed in 24-36 months

University of Arizona - Doctorate of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership Program

1103 E 2nd St
Tucson, AZ, 85721
United States
Type:  Public
Length:  36 months
Credits Req:  63
Testing Req:  No GMAT or GRE required

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  • Public institution
  • Located in Tucson, AZ
  • Can be completed in 36 months

Arizona State University - Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership and Innovation

1365 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ, 85257
United States
Type:  Public
Length:  20 classes
Credits Req:  90
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • Online program for practicing educator-leaders
  • Three educational pathways to match your career goals
  • Cohort model with leader scholar community groups
  • Focus on creating change that supports student success

Grand Canyon University - Online Ed.D. Degree: Doctor of Education

3300 West Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ, 85017
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  24-36 Months
Credits Req:  60
Testing Req:  GRE required

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  • Private institution
  • Located in Phoenix, AZ
  • Can be completed in 24-36 months

Abilene Christian University - Online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership Program

1600 Campus Ct
Abilene, TX, 79601
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  3-5 years
Credits Req:  60
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • Private institution
  • Located in Abilene, TX
  • Can be completed in 3-5 years

Aspen University - Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership and Learning

1660 S. Albion St.
Suite 525
Denver, CO, 80222
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  24-36 Months
Credits Req:  60
Testing Req:  No GRE required

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  • Private institution
  • Located in Denver, CO
  • Can be completed in 24-36 months

University of Northern Colorado - Ed.D.

501 20th St.
Greeley, CO, 80639
United States
Type:  Private
Length:  24-36 Months
Credits Req:  64
Testing Req:  GRE required

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  • Public institution
  • Located in Greeley, CO
  • Can be completed in 24-36 months

Texas A&M College Station - Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction Program

400 Bizzell St
College Station, TX, 77843
United States
Type:  Public
Length:  48 months
Credits Req:  64
Testing Req:  No test score requirements for the 2023-2024 application cycle

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  • Public institution
  • Located in College Station, TX
  • Can be completed in 48 months

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