Why Should I Earn My Doctorate from UND?

The EDL Program is offered by the Department of Educational Leadership, College of Education & Human Development, and is administered by UND Fargo Outreach and the Division of Continuing Education, Distance Degree Programs. As a graduate of the doctoral program, you will receive an outstanding educational experience with:

Exceptional Curriculum

• Receive your education from a leader in the field with an internationally recognized academic program that combines theory and practice for scholar-practitioners delivered in an executive educational model.
• Experience innovative and responsive curriculum that fosters intellectual vitality and facilitates the development of world-class educational leaders.
• Earn your doctoral degree from a prestigious institution that is fully accredited by the:
• Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
• National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)

Strong Peer Groups

• Interact with peers who have varied backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
• Discover the power of your peer group to enhance learning and engage forward thinking.
• Connect with other professionals who are important to your career success.

Top-Notch Faculty

• Learn from a highly qualified faculty with doctoral degrees and extensive administrative experience in the setting in which they teach.
• Benefit from a diverse faculty who will facilitate the learning process by serving as coaches for your peer group.
• Experience strong one-on-one interaction with faculty members who are invested in your success.

“The cohort experience was very enriching. We made new friends and had a group going through the same experience, so we understood the responsibilities and stresses of family, working full-time jobs, and being a graduate student. I have many new colleagues and friends across the state due to the cohort program.

Professionally, I have new skills, experiences, credentials, and networks that help me in my position as a tribal college president.

I would not have achieved my Ph.D. had it not been for the UND Educational Leadership cohort program! It was a great experience that I will treasure.”

Cynthia Lindquist Mala, Ph.D., President
Cankdeska Cikana Community College
Spirit Lake Dakota
Ft. Totten, ND