Education Specialist (EdS) in Educational Research Advance Your Educational Research Skills
30
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Learn to Conduct Educational Research That Can Shape the Schools of Tomorrow with an EdS in Educational Research
You want to make a difference in schools, and we want to help you get there. Liberty University, known for our commitment to providing quality education grounded in Christian values, offers an Education Specialist (EdS) in Educational Research through our online platform. This program is designed for educators and professionals seeking advanced training in research methodologies and educational assessment.
As an online student at Liberty, you’ll be immersed in a curriculum that balances theoretical knowledge with practical application. Our program aims to help equip you with the tools and skills necessary to conduct robust educational research. Coursework includes topics such as quantitative and qualitative research methods, data analysis, and educational assessment strategies.
The flexibility of the online format makes this program a particularly ideal option for working professionals. You can tailor your study schedule to fit around your existing commitments, with the added benefit of engaging with a diverse online community of educators and researchers.
Why Choose Liberty’s Educational Research Degree?
Choosing Liberty University for your EdS in Educational Research means more than just enrolling in an academic program; it means joining a community committed to academic excellence and ethical practice in education.
This program is distinguished by its expert faculty, composed of experienced educators and researchers who bring a wealth of real-world knowledge to the online classroom. Another unique aspect is the integration of a Christian worldview, encouraging ethical and moral considerations in research practices.
With our online format, there are ample opportunities for networking, allowing you to connect with peers and professionals in the field. This degree seeks to help pave the way for career advancement and help open doors to higher-level positions in educational research, policymaking, and administration.
What Will You Study with Our EdS in Educational Research Degree?
In Liberty University’s EdS in Educational Research program, you will delve into various critical areas of research pertaining to education. The program emphasizes developing proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, training you to design, conduct, and analyze educational research with expertise.
You can work to become adept at various data analysis techniques and deepen your understanding of how to handle complex data sets and draw significant conclusions. Additionally, you can study how research impacts educational policy and practice and learn to develop, evaluate, and assess educational programs and policies.
The program culminates in a capstone course that will provide an overview of current educational research and its use as an inquiry tool. You will apply professional writing skills by completing a final research project for the EdS program and by writing and submitting an article for publication.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Education instructor
- Educational consultant
- Private business consultant
- Researcher at a university or think tank
- University administrator
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Degree Information
- This Education Specialist program falls under the School of Education.
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- View the Postgraduate Advising Guide.
- This is a non-licensure program.
Degree Completion Plan
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
EdS and EdD Full Time | $595/Credit |
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EdS and EdD Part Time | $650/Credit |
Military EdS and EdD | $275/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Admission Information for Liberty’s Education Specialist (EdS) in Educational Research Degree
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Please note: Guidelines are subject to change in federal or state regulations for the licensure of school personnel.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your doctoral degree after the last day of class for your master’s degree.
- Complete a Master’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show that you are within 6 credit hours of completion for a 30-48 credit hour master’s degree or within 9 credit hours of completion for a 49+ credit hour master’s degree.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new doctoral degree.
Transcript Policies
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
Admissions Office Contact Information
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Lynchburg, VA 24515
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for EdS and EdD courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 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)
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Ed.S. degree?
An Education Specialist degree (Ed.S.) is a degree path for students wanting to enhance their teaching and educational leadership skills but are not ready to pursue a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree. Working at the post-graduate level, students in Liberty University’s 100% online Ed.S. degree will be immersed in advanced studies of learning theory and research, discover cutting-edge institutional-level testing and measurement techniques, and develop highly-effective curriculum based on the education industry’s best practices.
With an Education Specialist degree, you can go beyond teaching and course development to step into the role of an administrator. You will be able to effectively analyze and correct institutional-level education challenges, and become an expert in K-12 or higher education instruction.
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