Education Doctorate Program
Education Doctorate in Transformational Teaching and Learning
Become a leader who improves educational opportunities for all.
OFFERED AS:
Doctorate
FORMAT:
Online and Low-Residency
CREDITS REQUIRED:
54
Every student deserves the opportunity to learn and succeed, and we believe you can make a difference in your educational space with an Education Doctorate degree from Kutztown University.
Our online EDD degree is a low-residency program that will transform your passion for social justice into the ability to enact real change. And while this is a competitive program, we pride ourselves on being able to offer you the highest degree in education at an affordable value (click for tuition).
So, if you’re ready to make a powerful impact for future generations, then we’re ready to review your application. Apply today!
What is the format for ku's edD degree?
Here at Kutztown University, we designed our doctorate in education program to benefit professionals like you who are ready to advance your career but need to work while doing so.
FORMAT:
1. Majority of academic year is online
2. Only 3-4 days in person each July (students will stay at Hampton Inn near campus)
3. Synchronous classes held on Tuesday nights
4. Only two courses required while writing dissertation
5. Cohort-based model
6. Primary emphasis on transformation and social justice
7. Program starts in July during summer residency
If you have questions about the format of our EDD degree, please contact us directly at edd@kutztown.edu. We’re happy to help.
How Much Does Our Education Doctorate Cost?
See tuition costs for PA and non-PA residents listed below.
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Pennsylvania Residents
"Unofficial"
Per-Credit Tuition and Fees for Doctoral Programs, Pennsylvania Residents
24/25 Academic Year
Tuition - per credit
$671.00
Tuition Technology Fee - per credit
$28.00
Total - per credit cost
$699.00
First-Semester Student Fee - if applicable*
Academic Records Fee
$50.00
Doctoral students may elect to add on the following items at the per credit rate times their total semester enrollment.
- Health Center usage will be billed at the rate of $22.08 per credit enrolled
- Will be billed to MyKU and due in 2 weeks, if services utilized or requested
- Recreation Center usage will be billed at the rate of $14 per credit enrolled
- Must pay first and provide receipt to the Rec Center to be admitted
* Academic Records Fee applies to new students in their first semester at KU or to those returning after a separation of 4 years or more.
- Health Center usage will be billed at the rate of $22.08 per credit enrolled
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Non-Pennsylvania Residents
"Unofficial"
Per-Credit Tuition and Fees for Doctoral Programs, Non-Pennsylvania Residents
24/25 Academic Year
Tuition - per credit
$1,006.00
Tuition Technology Fee - per credit
$40.00
Total - per credit cost
$1,046.00
First-Semester Student Fee - if applicable
Academic Records Fee
$50.00
Doctoral students may elect to add on the following items at the per credit rate times their total semester enrollment.
- Health Center usage will be billed at the rate of $22.08 per credit enrolled
- Will be billed to MyKU and due in 2 weeks, if services utilized or requested
- Recreation Center usage will be billed at the rate of $14 per credit enrolled
- Must pay first and provide receipt to the Rec Center to be admitted
* Academic Records Fee applies to new students in their first semester at KU or to those returning after a separation of 4 years or more.
- Health Center usage will be billed at the rate of $22.08 per credit enrolled
Find out more about the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate
Why Choose Kutztown for an Education Doctorate Degree?
You have the opportunity to create a more just future by choosing Kutztown University’s online doctorate in education.
With equity and justice at the forefront of our EDD degree, you will dive deeply into the foundational issues in education, using social science tools to create and publish your solutions. And you won’t be alone in doing so. Our students thrive in our close-knit learning communities and support, which lies at the heart of our dissertation development.
This type of critical reflection and research combined with field studies, collaborative group work and mentor supervision is a pivotal step toward improving educational environments.
And most importantly, we don’t want your dissertation to solely live on a bookshelf. We want you to use your research to enact real change for generations to come.
Student Learning Outcomes
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Education Doctorate in Transformational Teaching and Learning (Ed.D.)
- Cultural Competency (A): The Learning Associate will be able to critically reflect on student populations to purposefully create practices that meet the needs of all learners.
- Cultural Competency (B): The Learning Associate will be able to employ transformative practices when responding to social justice initiatives in their educational setting.
- Cultural Competency (C): The Learning Associate will be able to engage stakeholders within the educational setting and community make systemic curricular decisions surrounding multiculturalism and social justice.
- Research Methods & Methodology: The Learning Associate will be able to engage in and promote lines of inquiry that result in meaningful analysis, conclusions and recommendations for student and education-specific puzzles of practice.
- Systems Thinking: The Learning Associate will be able to develop a shared vision and commitment to high student achievement and foster collaboration and inquiry.
- Accountability for Equitable Student Performance: The Learning Associate will be able to effectively interpret data that supports the implementation of transformative curriculum and practices to foster accountable educational cultures that reflect high expectations.
- Applied Research: The Learning Associate will be able to analyze the systematic collection, review, dissemination, and use data in making data-driven decisions to bring about transformative change.
- Reflective Practice: The Learning Associate will be able to recognize transformative qualities through self-analysis, inquiry, and personal reflection to become effective change agents in their education setting.
The program is rooted in social justice education which empowers students and future scholars to create inclusive environments and dismantle racial and gender injustice. The EDD program strengthens students' abilities to recognize inequities and work against them as well as develop empathy and commitment and learn how to work with others to create more equitable systems. It’s very important work: thinking about what we could do to improve students' experiences with education in an inclusive, loving, accepting and welcoming way.
Dr. Marlene Fares M'10, D’20, Assistant Professor & Advisor, Kutztown UniversityEducation Doctorate Degree FAQ
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What are the application requirements and deadlines?
You can view all application requirements here for the education doctorate degree at Kutztown University.
Application Deadlines
Early Decision
Oct 1
Regular Decision
Jan 5
For more information about this degree, you can contact us directly at edd@kutztown.edu.
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What can I do with a doctorate in education?
By earning an EDD degree from Kutztown University, you’re preparing for a profoundly rewarding and impactful career advancement. Your work can impact students, the local community, the future of a university or school or the trajectory of a nonprofit business.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, these are the most common types of positions that EDD degree candidates pursue (along with their national salaries):
- College president: $332,655
- Chief learning officer: $156,399
- Provost: $169,093
- School superintendent: $145,399
- Elementary, middle, or high school principal: $104,360
- Academic dean: $101,707
- Executive director of education: $100,350
- Education policy analyst: $90,827
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How long does it take to compete an EDD degree?
The education doctorate at Kutztown University typically takes around three years to complete.
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When will I start my EDD degree?
The doctorate in education program starts in July. Students will begin the EDD degree during the 3-4 days of summer residency. Students will use this time to meet fellow peers within their cohort and throughout the program.