Doctor of Education, EdD
If you're passionate about education and want to make a difference in the world, the Doctor of Education (EdD) degree from Webster University is the perfect program for you. Develop the skills and knowledge you need to become a well rounded educator-scholar and leader in education.
Webster's doctoral program in education will create opportunities for you to advance in your academic and professional positions. Our doctoral students join (and often become leaders in) professional associations — presenting at international, national, and regional conventions, as well as publishing work in peer-reviewed journals and books.
Our Webster University Online global program is ideal for:
Webster's doctoral program will prepare you for leadership in the field of education. Here, we train you to:
As a graduate of Webster’s EdD program, you’ll be well-equipped for a variety of roles, including:
Our rigorous program is vibrant and student-centered with a unique perspective of global citizenship. There are four concentrations available for the doctorate degree in education:
The program is designed for you to complete in three years, with a total of 40 credit hours. Actual duration/credit hour load depends on your progress toward dissertation writing and scheduling with dissertation committees.
Students admitted with a conferred EdS degree are waived 15 credit hours, equivalent to one year of coursework.
Our EdD is available 100% online through Webster University Online. This means you have the flexibility to create a program that fits within your personal and professional obligations. In other words, you don't have to choose between family, work, and furthering your education.
Education is an investment in yourself and your future. Earning a doctoral degree will set you apart from other job seekers and open the door to more fulfilling careers. On average, people with a doctoral degree earn nearly 20% more than those with master's degrees, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Median Annual Salary
(National, September 2023)
Median Annual Salary
(National, September 2023)
Median Annual Salary
(National, October 2023)
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics; Zip Recruiter
Webster is committed to your success, and you'll never be alone as you pursue your EdD.
Earn your EdD from Webster, an independent, nonprofit university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Combine theory and practice as you work alongside faculty members with professional experience in the field. Mentorship opportunities with professors will offer unique ways to get involved and together you'll tackle real-world challenges.
My experience in the EdD program has proven to be absolutely powerful. This program has caused me to dive deeper into critically thinking about the areas of research that I believe are most impactful. My research is proving to be challenging yet life-changing. I have a stronger understanding of the ways that I can investigate trauma as it relates to school leadership.
- Chavon Curry Hopgood
Doctoral Student in Educational Leadership
Assistant Principal, St. Louis Public Schools