Ph.D. Higher Ed. Administration – Education Leadership

What Will You Study in Our Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration – Educational Leadership?

• Accreditation standards and processes
• Conflict resolution strategies in education
• Historical perspectives of higher education
• Policy analysis and educational trends
• Research methodology and statistical techniques

The higher education administration – educational leadership Ph.D. program at Liberty University is designed to help you explore advanced concepts that influence leadership and decision-making in academic settings. Coursework examines leadership styles grounded in biblical principles as well as cultural, psychological, and sociological perspectives that shape how you interact with educators. You will also study administrative theory, organizational dynamics, and higher education policy in order to better understand how institutions operate. This program emphasizes thoughtful research and analysis to help prepare you to make meaningful contributions within Christian colleges, community colleges, and university systems.

Potential Career Opportunities for Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration – Educational Leadership Graduates

• Clinical, counseling, or school psychologist
• Curriculum specialist
• Educational consultant
• Post-secondary education instructor
• Training and development specialist
• University professor or administrator

Benefits of Pursuing Your Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration with Liberty University

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 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 Tuition Discount

We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $375/credit hour. Here’s how:

• If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
• If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $375/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $375/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!