Program Overview
Take your expertise to the next level—whether your focus is K-12 or higher education—and open the door of opportunity for leadership in education. Our Ed.D. will prepare you for public and private academic environments so that you can apply your research in whichever setting complements your passions.
The Doctor of Education in Learning Organizations and Strategic Change is focused on educational leadership, theory, practice, collaboration, research, global perspectives on learning, innovation, organizational change and ethics as part of Christian faith.
We know that you want to start making a difference now. That’s why our program culminates with practical, collaborative doctoral research that addresses real needs in authentic settings for the purpose of informing educational practice.
We're also offering the same rigorous program in a new delivery format: complete your Ed.D. in three years online with four intensives, one of which is a 10-day international experience. Study in a program that includes focus on the intersection of faith and professional practice—from wherever you are.
Admissions Requirements
- Completed online application
- $50 application fee
- Official transcripts
- Official MAT or GRE score report
- Three letters of recommendation
- Two written personal statements on the following topics:
- Faith and spiritual development
- Why the applicant wishes to pursue an Ed.D. degree
- Current resume
- Writing assessment
Tuition & Aid
- $953 per credit hour
- $763 with in-service scholarship. Lipscomb offers a 20% ‘in-service scholarship’ to all full-time educators (K-12 or higher education).
Scholarship Information
As you give back to the community, Lipscomb University wants to give back to you. The College of Education offers significant scholarships to current educators and administrators. Check out the following information to see if you qualify for scholarships.
All completed applications should be mailed to:
Lipscomb University
College of Education
One University Park Drive
Nashville, TN 37204