These are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the Spalding University online Doctorate in Leadership (EdD) program. If you don’t find the answers to your questions here, contact your enrollment advisor and schedule a time to talk that’s convenient for you.
Yes. All 10 courses are delivered fully online, one class at a time, over a 10-week period.
You will learn from doctorally prepared instructors who are also practicing organizational leaders who bring real-world perspectives to the classroom. As trusted Spalding University faculty members, they are committed to your success.
No. This program is designed for students who want to pursue leadership roles in a variety of industries and disciplines including, but not limited to:
This degree requires 60 credit hours to graduate.
Yes. Courses in this program are delivered one at a time over 10 weeks so you can continue to work in your current professional role.
There are 3 intakes per year: fall, spring and summer.
The EdD Leadership program is flexibly designed for working professionals and can be completed in 2 years. Courses are delivered one at a time. Each term is 8 weeks long, and students complete 10 courses in 10 terms.
Yes. We are currently accepting applications from all states and the District of Columbia (excluding California and New York).
Costs vary by program. The online EdD Leadership program is $840 per credit hour, for a total investment of $50,400 (plus any applicable fees).
Financial aid may be available to our online students.
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
You can find more information on our apply page or schedule an appointment with your Spalding University enrollment advisor.
No, this test is not required to apply for the program.
View the full course curriculum and learn more information to determine if this program is a good fit for you.
It's important to define a terminal degree before examining your options. We’ll compare three common terminal degrees: the PhD in Leadership, the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) and the Doctor of Education (EdD) in Leadership.
This blog post explains how effective leaders integrate management practices and leadership skills to help organizations succeed and how pursuing a Doctor of Education can prepare you for more effective leadership by building competence in both areas.
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To proceed with either the BSN to MSN FNP or the BSN to DNP FNP, you are required to have a bachelor’s degree and hold your RN license.
If you don’t meet these requirements but would still like further information, please contact us.
To proceed with the EdD in Educational Leadership and Organizational Leadership, you are required to have a master’s degree.
If you don’t meet this requirement but would still like further information, please contact us.