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College of Education:
OnlineDoctoral Degrees
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About Walden University
Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA)*
Providing graduate distance education for more than three decades to students from all 50 states and more than 40 countries
*NCA is located at 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504, (312) 263-0456.
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Distance Learning Model
A program developed specifically for adult learners
How adult learners learn best:
– When instruction is convenient to them
– When learning with their colleagues
– When what they learn is directly applicable to their work
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Online Environment
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Discussion threads
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Enrollment Advisor
Online Study Team
Faculty Member
Course Manager (Online concierge)
Academic Advisor
Program Support….You are never alone!
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Program Format
Education Doctorate
• Three year program
• 54 semester hours, consecutive 16 week courses
• 15-20 hour weekly commitmentPh.D.
• Four to five year program
• 134 quarter credit hours, four and five credit courses
• 15-20 hour weekly commitment
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Walden’s Ed.D. and Ph.D.
Ed.D. Ph.D. in Education
Doctor of Education Doctor of Philosophy
Practitioner-based with specializations in teacher leadership or administrator leadership
Research-based with nine specializations
Online courses with cohorts and mentor
Online courses and independent study with mentor
3 Part Residency requirement 20 units of residency
Doctoral study Dissertation
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Walden’s Ed.D. in Administrator Leadership
Designed for administrators who want to effect change at the school, district and community level
Ideal for individuals in positions such as:– Superintendent of Schools– Principal– Assistant Principal– University Faculty Member– Central Office Administrator
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Walden’s Ed.D. in Teacher Leadership
Designed for teachers who want to continue teaching while assuming more responsibility at school and in the community
Ideal if you aspire to such positions as:– Professional Development Coordinator– Mentor Teacher– Curriculum Coordinator– Department Chair– University Faculty Member
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Ed.D. Program Components and Activities
Online Study group
DVD/Video/CD* (expert presentations & demonstrations by master teachers)
Scholarly Writing
Research
Doctoral Development Plan
Discussion Activities
Residencies
Doctoral Study
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Ed.D. Coursework Guide
Courses for Ed.D. Semester 1 Foundations for Doctoral Study (6 credits)
Semester 2 Proseminar (6 credits)
Semester 3 Research Approaches (6 credits)
Semester 4 Proseminar (6 credits)
Semester 5 Quantitative Research (6 credits)
Semester 6 Proseminar (6 credits)
Semester 7 Qualitative Research (6 credits)
Semester 8 Doctoral Study Intensive (6 credits)
Semester 9 Doctoral Study Intensive (6 credits)
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Ed.D. Residencies
Three-part residency requirement during course of study at various locations throughout the United States
First residency conducted face-to-face– Takes place within the first two semesters of program over
a three day weekend
Second residency conducted online– Online synchronous communication over two three-day
weekends
Third residency has three options– Professional organization proposal and online colloqium– Paper accepted for peer-reviewed publication and online
colloqium– Present paper at Walden University residency
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Put learning into action
Culmination of doctoral program
Inquiry-oriented
Original contribution to education field– Developing curricula– Writing a textbook– Field testing a new theory and reporting
results
Doctoral Study
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Master’s Admission Requirements
A baccalaureate degree from CHEA accredited University
A valid teaching certificate or two years of teaching experience
Completed application
Official transcripts
Goal statement
Professional references
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Master’s Tuition and Fees*
Tuition: $360 per credit
x 6 credits per semester
$2,160 per semester
x 5 semesters
Total Tuition: $10, 800 (includes books and materials)
Fees: $50 application fee
Total: $10,850
Total Cost: MLE $11,100 | EdL $13,010 | Science $11,930Note: Books and materials are not included in the tuition for the MLE program.
*All tuition and fees are subject to change.
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Ed.D. Admission Requirements
Master’s Degree from CHEA accredited University (3.0+ GPA)
Access to a learning environment
Completed application
Official Masters transcripts
Goal statement
Professional references
Program Specific Requirements:
Teacher leadership- Teacher certification and 3 yrs. professional experience related to program specialization are preferred.
Administrator leadership- Administrative or Leadership certification and position preferred at matriculation.
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Ed.D. Tuition and Fees*
Courses Cost per Credit Hour
Total Credits Required
Total Cost
Initial Course $590 6 $3,540
Proseminars $590 18 $10,620
Research Courses $590 18 $10,620
Doctoral Study $590 12 $7,080
Total Tuition without Residencies $31,860
Residencies $600 3 $1,800
Total Tuition with Residencies $33,660
Fees: $50 Application Fees (non-refundable)
$750 Doctoral Study Processing Fee (not included in tuition costs)
*All tuition and fees are subject to change.
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Financial Aid – Federal Stafford Loans• Apply at www.fafsa.ed.gov • Income is not a qualifying factor
Federal Loan Forgiveness Program For teachers who teach in title one schools Forgive up to $5,000 of Stafford loans
Interest-Free Payment Plan (TuitionPay) One-time enrollment fee Monthly payment plan
Tax Credits Deduct up to $3,000 in tuition costs for higher
education on taxes. Consult your personal accountant for details
Financing your Degree
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Tuition Discount
Discount Structure Masters (Based on 30 credits)
EdD PhD (Based on 4 years Completion)
5% discount for a group of 5+
$540 Savings $1683 Savings $3240 Savings
7% discount for a group of 21+
$756 Savings $2,356 Savings $4536 Savings
10% discount for a group of 31+
$1,080 Savings
$3,366 Savings $6480 Savings
15% discount for a group of 51+
$1,620 Savings
$5,049 Savings $9720 Savings
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G. Bret Levesque
Enrollment Advisor
1-800-460-6701
Extension: 2818
Questions and Answers
