Ph.D. Advanced Education Studies – Educ. Leadership

What Will You Study in Liberty’s Ph.D. in Advanced Educational Studies – Educational Leadership?

• Educational leadership and public relations
• Leadership principles and ethics
• Organizational analysis and problem-solving
• Theories of educational leadership

Through this program, you can learn how to apply organizational theories and models to create and lead effective higher education organizations and implement best practices. Courses cover issues of effective communication and how to develop productive relationships both within and outside of the school. Additionally, you will be conducting research and working on your dissertation to contribute to the field of educational leadership.

Potential Career Opportunities for Doctorate in Educational Leadership Graduates

• Academic dean
• Chief learning officer
• Educational researcher
• Executive director of education
• Higher education administration
• Higher education curriculum coordinator
• Higher education professor
• Provost
• School superintendent

*Please note: some positions require licensure that this program does not provide.

Benefits of Our Ph.D. in Educational Leadership Degree

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!
• You can learn how to create and administrate effective education environments.
• Our Doctor of Philosophy in Education program allows you to develop educational management skills and foster leadership in teachers and students.

• Completing your Ph.D. with an integrated dissertation gives you a terminal educational credential that shows employers you have reached the pinnacle of your field’s achievement.

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. Find out how you can take advantage of this unique opportunity as you work towards your goal of reaching the pinnacle of your profession — for less.