Lead with compassion & confidence

Whether you work in education, business, healthcare, social services or the arts, Spalding University empowers you to drive innovative change. The online Doctor of Education (EdD) in Leadership is a collaborative and interdisciplinary program designed for working professionals to build advanced leadership skills needed in a global economy.

Graduate in Two Years
Save time with 10 accelerated courses so you can graduate in 2 years—shorter than traditional programs.
 

Study 100% Online
Take one online class at a time while balancing your full-time career. No residency required.
 

Start When It's Convenient
Get more flexibility for your schedule with 3 convenient start dates each year in spring, summer and fall.
 

Change the world with Spalding

For more than 200 years, Spalding University has been committed to compassion and inclusivity which offers you a transformative online experience. Our mission-driven curriculum gives us a common language and a shared commitment to do better. Join our diverse cohort of students who are changing the world.


  • Gain a Global
    Perspective
    Develop a sophisticated understanding of cultural differences in local, national, and global contexts.

  • Get Supported
    to Succeed
    Advisors, peers and experienced professors support your growth and capstone research study.

  • Learn to Lead
    with Compassion
    As the 1st Compassionate University, we prepare leaders dedicated to community and service.