The Degree:
The program offers an affordable, high quality education to students who desire to pursue doctoral studies freed from time and location limitations. The program offers students the choice of the Ph.D. or the Ed.D. and the option of focusing on educational leadership or higher education. The program is designed to serve those who are working in higher education, those who wish to become involved in higher education in teaching or administrative roles, and those working in education related positions in other agencies.
The program provides coursework in areas relating to higher education including leadership, history and philosophy, policy and politics, higher education environments, finance, law, teaching and learning, planning, student affairs, community colleges and management. In-depth learning, practicum and scholarly experiences prepare participants for leadership positions.
Students may focus in the following areas:
- General Post Secondary Administration
- Community College Administration
- Law and Post Secondary Education
- Human Resource Development
Who Should Consider This Degree?
The program benefits many practitioners working in community colleges, technical institutes and colleges, and four-year colleges and universities throughout the world. Education professionals include those interested in:
- Pursuing the doctoral degree to support their teaching role in a college or university setting.
- Seeking opportunities to study the various aspects of higher education in a collaborative setting involving other professionals.
- Expanding their horizons.
- Preparing for or engaged in leadership roles in colleges and universities and seeking an advanced degree to support their goals.
- Seeking to utilize the concepts, ideas and skills gained in the programs to support activities in organizations and institutions other than higher education.
For more information: Visit the UNL Department of Educational Administration
Academic Year 2012-2013
Tuition rates are effective for the academic year listed. Tuition is subject to change in August of each year.
UNL tuition is determined by a variety of factors. It is recommended that students visit UNL Tuition Rates & Explanation of Fees for the most up-to-date information.
STUDENTS ENROLLED IN ONLINE/DISTANCE EDUCATION COURSES ONLY
Nebraska Resident:
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Tuition
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Distance Ed Fee
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Technology Fee
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Library Fee
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Total
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Per Credit Hour
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$325.50
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$25.00
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$7.35
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$4.00
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$361.85
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3-Credit Hours
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$976.50
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$75.00
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$22.05
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$12.00
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$1,085.55
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Non-Resident:
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Tuition
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Distance Ed Fee
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Technology Fee
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Library Fee
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Total
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Per Credit Hour
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$609.00
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$25.00
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$7.35
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$4.00
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$645.35
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3-Credit Hours
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$1,827.00
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$75.00
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$22.05
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$12.00
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$1,936.05
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Note: Students will be charged a $20 registration fee per semester.
STUDENTS ENROLLED IN A COMBINATION OF ON-CAMPUS AND DISTANCE EDUCATION COURSES
Nebraska Resident:
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Tuition
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Technology Fee
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Library Fee
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Total
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Per Credit Hour
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$325.50
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$7.35
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$4.00
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$336.85
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3-Credit Hours
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$976.50
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$22.05
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$12.00
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$1,010.55
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Non-Resident:
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Tuition
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Technology Fee
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Library Fee
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Total
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Per Credit Hour
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$768.75
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$7.35
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$4.00
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$780.10
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3-Credit Hours
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$2,306.25
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$22.05
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$12.00
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$2,340.30
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Fees for Students Enrolled in a Combination of On-Campus & Distance Education Courses:
In addition to the above tuition and fees, all students enrolled in distance education courses will be assessed $25 per credit hour and all enrolled students (except students enrolled only in Distance Education courses) must pay University Program and Facilities Fees based on their total hours of enrollment each semester. The rates are as listed below:
Hours of Enrollment Rate
1 to 6 hours $279.00
7 or more hours $518.00
Note: Students will be charged a $20 registration fee per semester.
After the doctoral student is accepted into the department, the student and the appointed adviser, together with the supervisory committee, create a Program of Study that will identify the coursework to be taken to complete the degree and identify previous coursework that can be applied toward the degree requirements.
The Doctor of Education (EdD)
The EdD in Education is a program of study designed to prepare students for professional practice. The degree is ideal for the individual who intends to pursue or continue a career as a practicing administrator in an educational or related type of organization.
The EdD degree is a minimum of 96 hours beyond the bachelor’s degree, of which includes 12 hours of dissertation and the necessary research tools courses. The curriculum is focused on helping an individual to develop the necessary leadership and analytical skills used to confront difficult problems of practice.
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
The PhD in Educational Leadership and Higher Education is a program of study developed to prepare those for a scholarly career. Students are expected to master a scholarly research tradition in a specific area of educational administration and to be familiar with both quantitative and qualitative research methods in education.
The PhD degree is a minimum of 90 hours beyond the bachelor’s degree which includes 20 hours of dissertation and cognate courses and seminars as well as a 6 credit hour on-campus residency requirement.
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Application to a graduate program is a two step process. You will apply to both Graduate Studies and the academic department. For admission requirements and deadlines specific to this program, please check with the Office of Graduate Studies.
