Doctor of Education in Educational & Professional Practice
Antioch University Online

Program Details

Professionals committed to social action find the training they seek with Antioch University Online’s Doctor of Education in Educational & Professional Practice. This online teaching doctoral program prepares graduates to use educational practices for more just and inclusive pedagogy.

The transdisciplinary curriculum addresses issues of equity, ethics, and social justice. The goal is to find solutions to these problems within education. 

The flexibility of the low-residency program appeals to working professionals. Students attend a four-day on-campus residency each summer. New cohort classes start in the summer and launch with a virtual Zoom residency.

In order to meet the diverse career goals of the students, the department offers many specializations within this degree. Students can opt from such areas as:

  • Waldorf education
  • Social justice leadership
  • Humane education
  • Multicultural and anti-racist education

% Online

Mostly Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Antioch University Online is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Interview, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Work Sample
  • Classes are offered online, with a four-day, face-to-face residency each July
  • A minimum of five years’ professional experience