Online Ed.D. in Educational Administration
Advance from building leadership to district leadership. KU’s online Ed.D. in Educational Administration prepares experienced principals, assistant principals, and district coordinators to lead systems, shape policy, and improve outcomes across schools and districts.
Online Ed.D. in Educational Administration
The University of Kansas offers an online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Administration designed for experienced education professionals seeking to expand their leadership impact across schools and districts.
This online Ed.D. program prepares principals, assistant principals, instructional leaders, and district coordinators to advance into district-level leadership roles. Coursework focuses on organizational leadership, education policy, and system-wide improvement, equipping graduates to lead complex school systems and support meaningful change across districts.
As part of KU’s nationally recognized Educational Leadership and Policy Studies department, students learn from faculty who are leading researchers and experienced education leaders. The flexible 100% online Ed.D. format allows working professionals to pursue a doctoral degree while continuing to serve their schools and communities.
Careers with an Ed.D. in Educational Administration
An Ed.D. in Educational Administration prepares experienced educators to lead at the school and district level. Graduates pursue leadership roles that shape policy, manage school systems, and improve educational outcomes across multiple schools and communities.
Educational Administration Salary Potential
Education leaders with doctoral preparation often advance into district-level administrative roles with higher earning potential and expanded leadership responsibilities.
Median salary: $85,000*
for educational administrators
District leadership roles often include responsibility for overseeing multiple schools, managing district initiatives, and guiding policy and operational decisions that impact entire school systems.
Leadership Roles for Ed.D. Graduates
The U.S. Census Bureau predicts 7% job growth in the coming years as demand for Ed.D. in educational administration increases. This program is great for advancement toward positions such as:
- School District Superintendent.
- School District Associate superintendent.
- School District Assistant superintendent.
- Director-level administrator in special education, curriculum, human resources, or business.
- K-12 leadership positions.
- Policy, consultancy, and professional educational support roles.
Online Ed.D. in educational administration program snapshot
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Why get an online Ed.D. in educational administration from KU?
This program offers unmatched opportunities and flexibility. In an average of three years, depending on how long it takes to complete your dissertation, you could earn an online doctorate degree designed for working professionals who seek to advance their careers and develop specialized skills in the competitive educational administration field. The coursework emphasizes real-world application, earning you practical experience that won’t just add to your resume, but strengthen it. This program is highly connected to the education field, local school districts, and program alumni. These networking opportunities could help you get promoted during your studies or after graduation.
KU is a globally recognized institution and one of just 38 public universities in the AAU, a group of America’s leading research universities. An online Ed.D. in educational administration from KU signals prestige, quality, and career readiness.
How flexible is online learning at KU?
KU’s online degree programs are designed with your busy schedule in mind and offer the flexibility to study wherever — and often whenever — is most convenient for you. Our online courses are taught by the same highly regarded faculty and expert instructors and consist of the same rigorous curriculum and instruction as our on-campus programs.
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FAQ: online Ed.D. in educational administration
The application deadline is April 1.
All applicants are admitted for a summer semester start date.
Applicants are required to submit the following materials and meet the following requirements before the application deadline:
- Complete the Online Application
- On the Graduate Program Info section of the application, you must choose the following to apply to the Online Education Administration (EdD).
- "Yes" you are applying to a fully online program.
- Academic Intention is "Degree-Seeking."
- Academic Area of Interest is "Education."
- Academic Program is "Educational Leadership and Policy (EdD)."
- Academic Subplan is "Online Education Administration (EdD)."
- On the Graduate Program Info section of the application, you must choose the following to apply to the Online Education Administration (EdD).
Official academic transcripts.
Current resume or CV.
Statement of personal objectives.
One professional writing sample.
Contact information for one (preferably current) supervisor reference.
Application fee.
English proficiency and translation of transcripts required if applicable.
For additional information regarding these requirements visit the Department of Educational Leadership and Policies Studies academic details page for the Ed.D in Education Administration.
Students typically complete this degree in three years, depending on the time you need to complete your dissertation.
Yes, the online doctorate is offered fully remote.
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