Doctor of Education Curriculum and Instruction: Middle Grades Education
Make a Positive Impact on Students with Our Online Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Education Degree
Do you want to reach the pinnacle of achievement for advanced education studies? Liberty University’s online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Education program provides advanced administration, research, curriculum development, and learning theory skills and knowledge that can help you prepare to make an impact on the world of education.
Our 100% online Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Education program offers optional intensive courses that you can take on Liberty’s beautiful campus in Lynchburg, Virginia. This flexible format means you can continue to be fully involved in your family, career, church, and community while earning a doctoral degree.
What Will You Study in Our Online Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Degree Program?
- How to alter a curriculum to better the education for students
- Professional writing and research skills for an educational setting
- Technology practices for instructional improvement
Our specialization in middle grades education will cover topics like classroom management, curriculum development, and professional writing so that you can create fun and effective learning environments for your students. In addition, you will acquire expert instruction in middle school level teaching, classroom management, and content development.
Potential Career Opportunities for Middle Grades Education Ed.D. Degree Graduates
- Middle school principal
- Curriculum specialist
- School administrator
Our Online Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Education Degree Program Highlights
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Ed.D. degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
- Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $375 per credit hour for Ed.D. courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder.
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Credit Hours
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Oct 20, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC