DeKalb,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
EdD in Higher Education and Student Affairs Community College Leadership Program in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Community College Leadership Doctor of Education program at NIU equips students to progress into diverse administrative roles at community colleges. This higher education doctoral program offers a structured curriculum covering teaching methodologies, education policy, management, and research, training professionals for both broad and specialized positions. Higher education doctoral candidates train for leadership and instructional positions across various adult and postsecondary education settings, including student services, academic departments, and other administrative areas within higher education institutions.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOELF ibt. Admission to the doctoral program requires a master's degree either in higher education and student affairs or in another discipline acceptable to the admissions committee. Three letters of recommendation are required from professors, employers, or supervisors who can provide supportive evidence of an applicant's professional qualifications and potential. Each applicant must submit a resume/CV and written goals statement. A minimum 2.75 overall GPA on a 4.00 system or a 3.20 GPA with 15 or more semester hours of graduate work at an accredited institution. Three years professional experience in higher education preferred
Tuition
USD
18,180