The University of Nebraska--Lincoln offers a number of online degree programs including a doctorate degree in educational studies. Nebraska's doctorate degree can be obtained entirely online and is a perfect choice for educators already working in the field or one closely related to education. The program has some flexibility in that it allows students to pursue either the Ed.D. degree or the Ph.D. degree in education. Emphases within the program include either educational leadership or higher education. Further specialization is offered in the areas of general post-secondary administration, community college leadership, law and post-secondary education and human resource development.
University of Nebraska
900 N 22nd Street
Lincoln, NE 68588
(866) 700-4747
(402) 472-2175
onlinegraduate.unl.edu
Northcentral University, located in Prescott Arizona, has emerged as a leader in online education. Northcentral offers a number of online doctorate degrees including a Ph.D. in education with several possible areas of emphasis. These areas include athletic administration, curriculum and teaching, early childhood education, educational leadership, education technology and e-learning, English a second language, exceptional student education, global training and development, higher education, instructional leadership, international education and organizational leadership. The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools accredits Northcentral University.
Northcentral University
10000 E. University Drive
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
(866) 776-0331
ncu.edu
Walden University has one of the largest online education doctorate programs. Over 26,000 educators have gone on to pursue a doctorate in education through Walden University's online program. Walden's program offers students a great deal of flexibility by offering several separate areas of specialization. In fact, students are encouraged to develop their own program of study by combining different areas of specialization as needed. Areas of emphasis include adult education leadership, community college leadership, curriculum, instruction and assessment, early childhood education, educational technology, higher education, K-12 educational leadership and special education. Additionally, Walden offers the Ed.D. degree as an alternative to the Ph.D.
Walden University
155 Fifth Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55401
(866) 492-5336
waldenu.edu