Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
Samford University

Program Details

You can gain advanced competencies for leadership in academia with the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from Samford University. This online education administration doctorate program provides rigorous training from a faith-based perspective.

The online education administration curriculum covers three broad areas—core, research, and dissertation courses. Topics of study include:

  • Negotiation, conflict, and crisis management
  • Trends in executive leadership
  • Organizational dynamics and planning
  • Ethical and faith-informed leadership

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Mostly Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Samford University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Interview, Essay/Writing Sample, Occupational License

Additional Info

  • A typical semester calls for two on-campus meetings.
  • Possess a educational specialist degree from a regionally accredited institution and a Class A teaching certificate in instructional leadership