Next Session Starts on October 16, 2017 
Become a Leader in Education
Prepare to make a positive impact in the lives of students from K-12 and higher with the online Ph.D. in Educational Leadership degree program at Trident.
In our 100% online program, you will:
- Prepare for research, leadership in teaching, school administration or consulting in your professional field.
- Develop subject matter expertise.
- Practice innovative research methods.
- Join an engaging online learning community in the Trident Learning Community (TLC).
- Collaborate with dedicated faculty who guide you through coursework, qualifying exam, and dissertation study.
Learn more about the Ph.D. in Educational Leadership Gainful Employment
Dr. Michael Wesolek
Doctoral Mentor & Full-time Faculty - College of Education
Dr. Heeja Kim
Part-time Faculty - College of Education
Areas of Expertise: Educational leadership...
Trident University International Selected As ‘Great School’ For Adults By Forbes
June 15, 2016 – Cypress, CA – Forbes has chosen Trident University International (Trident) as one of their “10 Great Colleges for Adults Returning to School.” The list, which went live on May 23rd, also includes the likes of Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Professional Development Resources and Presentation Opportunities
Culture of Research and Education (C.O.R.E.) – These innovative and wide-ranging series are designed to provide continuing education, skill-building techniques, and tools for academic and professional development. The specific intended audiences include trainees, professionals, scholars, leaders, and the general public.
Trident University International Introduces Glenn R. Jones Scholarship for Student Success
December 3, 2015 – Cypress, CA – Trident University International (Trident) is proud to announce a new academic scholarship. The Glenn R. Jones Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 in honor of Jones International University (JIU) founder Glenn R. Jones…
Trident University International Staff, Faculty Show Support at Anti-Human Trafficking Event
October 13, 2015 – Cypress, CA – On Saturday, September 19th, Trident University’s Dr. Holly Orozco, Vice Provost of Institutional Effectiveness and Dean of the Colleges of Health Sciences and Education, Lori Peck, Senior Information Technology Director, and Dr. Bernice B. Rumala, Ph.D. in Health Sciences Program Director, attended…
Faces of Trident, Autumn 2015: Trident University Recognizes Student & Alumni Accomplishments
September 25, 2015 – Cypress, CA – Trident University International’s diverse set of adult learners has made indelible marks in the classroom and in professional life. ‘Faces of Trident’ is an opportunity to highlight some of the accomplishments from the University’s students and alumni.
PhD In Education – Most Affordable Online Programs 2015
Trident University Receives A+ Rating from BBB – 2015
Trident University International is proud to have received the top honor from the Better Business Bureau as an A+ Accredited Business. The Better Business Bureau (BBB), founded in 1912, is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing marketplace trust.
Accredited by the Senior College and University Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Earn a superior education entirely online. Trident University is the first fully online university regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Regional Accreditation is recognized by many in higher education as the gold standard that validates the challenging and rewarding academics that make the Trident Learning Model so uniquely effective.
