Doctor of Education in Higher Education
University of Southern Mississippi

Program Details

You can train to improve the university experience for students with the Doctor of Education in Higher Education from USM. This online higher education doctoral program replaces a dissertation with a capstone project, allowing you to address real-world issues.

With a focus on legal issues and social justice, the online higher education graduate program imparts the skills to create a lasting college experience that goes beyond education.

The synchronous classes provide opportunities to meet with your classmates and instructors. Graduates find success in such roles as:

  • College or university president
  • Dean
  • Registrar
  • Director

Learning Schedule

Synchronous

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Southern Mississippi 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), Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • Three or more years of professional experience in higher education administration highly recommended