Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership

Prepare for leadership that drives change in higher education

Our doctoral program centers on the core values of social justice and belonging. Students graduate with the critical knowledge and skills to design, lead and drive campus wide initiatives and guide higher education institutions through academic, cultural and structural transformation.

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Asynchronous Online Complete the 54-credit curriculum on your schedule in 3.5 years

Dissertation in Practice Address a complex problem with support and research training

3-Day Residency Connect with your cohort for an on-campus summer residency

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For more information, fill out the form below or contact Keith Hassell at 203-365-4731 or hassellk@sacredheart.edu.

An education doctorate designed for real impact: integrating theory and practice

Complete a 54-credit curriculum–Connect research with applied learning in higher education environments 
Dissertation in Practice support–Build advanced research skills through faculty mentorship to address real-world educational challenges
Relevant, comprehensive coursework–Study critical areas, including law and ethics, finance, policy and equity

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