Upcoming Events
Online Higher Education Ed.D. Information Session – Education at Illinois, Online Programs
Join us for an engaging online information session about the new fully online Higher Education concentration within the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Education Policy, Organization and Leadership at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The program is expected to welcome its first cohort in Fall 2027.
Designed for current and aspiring higher education leaders, the program explores the social, political, economic, and organizational issues shaping colleges, universities, and other postsecondary institutions. During this session, program faculty and Online Programs staff will introduce the program and answer questions from prospective students.
Date & Time
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
5:00–6:00 PM Central Time
Presenters
Higher Education Program Faculty and Online Programs Staff
Location
Online via Zoom
Register Online
Registration is required. You will receive the Zoom link after registering.
Application Deadline
Completed applications for Fall 2027 admission are due April 15, 2027.
What You’ll Learn During the Session
An overview of the new online Higher Education Ed.D. concentration
The program’s curriculum, structure, and online learning experience
Topics addressed through the concentration, including higher education organization, foundations, diversity, and the college student experience
Degree and dissertation requirements
Eligibility, application requirements, and the April 15 application deadline
The Fall 2027 launch timeline
How the program can support professional growth and leadership in higher education
Opportunities to connect with program faculty and Online Programs staff
Program Overview
Online Higher Education Ed.D.
The Higher Education concentration provides students with a theoretical and practical understanding of the forces influencing the development and future of higher and postsecondary education. Through interconnected coursework, students examine the social, political, economic, and organizational issues affecting colleges and universities while developing the research and leadership capabilities needed to address complex challenges in the field.
The concentration is part of the Doctor of Education in Education Policy, Organization and Leadership. The Ed.D. is a fully online, 64-credit-hour program that includes advanced coursework, qualifying examinations, preliminary and final oral examinations, and a doctoral dissertation.
The program admits students for the fall term. Completed applications for the inaugural Fall 2027 cohort are due April 15, 2027.
Learn more about the Higher Education program.
Who Should Attend
Higher education administrators and emerging leaders
Professionals working in academic affairs or student affairs
College and university faculty and staff
Professionals in enrollment management, institutional research, advising, or related areas
Postsecondary education policy and organizational professionals
Individuals with a master’s degree who are considering an online, practice-focused doctorate
Anyone interested in advancing leadership, research, or organizational change in higher education
Please register if you plan to attend. You will receive the Zoom link after registration. We recommend downloading the free Zoom software and setting up an account before the session.
All event times are listed in Central Time.