Doctor of Education Degree Completion Program
Program Overview
The Ed.D. Degree Completion program is designed to help students who started a doctoral program at another institution, but for one reason or another, were unable to complete their program and are seeking another university where they can complete their program.
Students must transfer a minimum of 28 doctoral level transfer credits and follow a program of study that focuses on the completion of the Doctoral Study.
See the Trident Catalog for full descriptions of all program course offerings.
Trident’s Doctor of Education in Leadership Degree Completion program (Ed.D. DCP) provides an opportunity to successfully complete a program of study that may have been interrupted for one reason or another. The Ed.D. program is targeted at practicing professionals, in both traditional and non-traditional settings, who are looking to lead complex learning organizations. It’s a challenging path filled with rewards, designed to shape individuals into innovators and thought leaders who have the know-how and desire to transform organizations.
Dr. Heidi Linn Smith
Prepare to take the lead in our virtual classrooms and in your career. If you are ready to take this important next step, apply online now. The documents specified below are required for all Ed.D. applicants:
You will complete a total of 24 semester credit hours or six courses; 12 semester credit hours of program research courses and 12 semester credit hours of doctoral study courses.
| Core Courses | Credit |
|---|---|
| EDD 608 Designing a Doctoral Study: Identifying the Problem of Practice | 4 |
| EDD 609 Designing a Doctoral Study: Literature Review | 4 |
| RDS 699E Prospectus | 4 |
| DSP 700 Doctoral Study Project I | 4 |
| DSP 701 Doctoral Study Project II | 4 |
| DSP 702 Doctoral Study Project III | 4 |
Students must transfer a minimum of 28 doctoral level transfer credits and follow a program of study that focuses on the completion of the Doctoral Study. Courses must have a grade of "B" or higher to be considered for transfer credit.
Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis and not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the Trident University Catalog for full descriptions of all concentration course offerings.
Tuition cost for the Ed.D. program:
| tuition type | per credit | per course | per year* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $761.25 | $3,045 | $12,180 |
| Retired Military / Veteran / And Their Immediate Family Members** | $685 | $2,740 | $10,960 |
| Military & Immediate Family Members / Department of Defense Federal Civilian Employees** | $656.25 | $2,625 | $10,500 |
| Active Duty, National Guard and Reserve U.S Military Service Members** | $656.25 | $2,625 | $10,500 |
*Assumes no transfer credits and that student enrolls in an average of 16 credits per year. Does not include cost of any applicable doctoral study continuation courses.
**Tuition per credit represented with applicable military grant applied.
University Fees:
- Books and Supplies: $0
- Course Materials: $0
- Diploma Copy: $30 (optional)
- Food, Housing, and Transportation: N/A
- Graduation Fee: $150
- Official Transcript: $10
- Other Expedited Shipping Fees: varies based on region
- Payment Plan Set-up: $35-$55 (non-refundable)
- Student ID Card: $10 (optional)
- Technology Fee: $0
- Other fees may apply and are subject to change without advance notice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Ed.D. in Leadership Degree Completion program is designed to help students who started a doctoral program at another institution, but for one reason or another, were unable to complete their program and are seeking another university where they can complete their doctoral program.
The Ed.D. in Leadership completion program curriculum focuses on helping leaders prepare to create organizations that will be effective, adaptable, and competitive.
The Doctor of Education in Leadership Degree Completion Program is intended for students who have achieved advanced standing at a prior institution and wish to complete their degree at Trident. Students transfer-in a minimum of 28 doctoral-level credits and follow a program of study that focuses on the completion of the Doctoral Study.
Trident’s Doctor of Education in Leadership Degree Completion Program requires a total of 52 semester credits (28 approved doctoral level credits are required to be transferred in and 24 credits to be completed at Trident).*
*Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
You can begin your education at Trident now. Classes at Trident begin monthly. Completion of the applications and admissions processes will depend on how quickly you begin.
Speak to an Admissions Advisor over the phone (1-800-579-3197) or request information online.
Once you have completed the online request, you may hear from an advisor within 24 hours to discuss the next steps toward starting your degree program.
Trident offers flexible courses in a curriculum tailored to skills and training utilized in the field of education today. In addition, it was developed for working adults. Trident goes the extra mile to evaluate military training and traditional academic credit to maximize potential credit transfer. We also offer several non-traditional ways to earn academic credits that can accelerate your ability to meet graduation requirements. Degree candidates can pursue an education degree online, allowing the flexibility to study on their own schedules.
