Higher Education Hybrid Ed.D. Program

The Higher Education Administration Ed.D. is one of the inaugural Kellogg Foundation Community College Leadership Programs in the nation. Founded by visionary Dr. James Wattenbarger, the father of the Florida Community College system, the program was created with a mission focused upon educating a much needed cadre of community college leaders. Today, that mission has expanded to include four-year institutional administration, while still maintaining our community college roots. The curriculum links research and practice to prepare professionals for careers and advancement as leaders within a wide variety of higher education contexts.

Built around the needs of the working professional, this cohort-based program offers the curriculum in a blended format. Classes are offered on-line, with students attending two or three weekend sessions per semester. These meetings are held in rotation at the University of Florida and additional colleges within the state of Florida, adding to the student’s cohort experience, connection to faculty support, and their professional network. Typically, the degree can be completed in four to five years of part-time study.

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The Ed.D. cohort allowed me, as a full-time working single parent, the opportunity to acquire world-class theoretical and practical skills that are requisite to successfully advancing a career in higher education. The program provides aspiring college administrators with both the analytical insight and administrative skills that support student success and also contribute to the body of knowledge foundational to excellence in postsecondary educational leadership.

Dr. Judy BilskyHigher Education Ed.D. graduate
Retired Provost, Florida State College at Jacksonville
Retired Executive Vice Chancellor, The Florida College System

The hybrid format of the program is a perfect fit for me. As a working professional who is married with a young daughter and one on the way, I needed a program that would allow me to earn a high quality doctoral degree while continuing to work full-time. The in-person weekend meetings throughout the semester coupled with both synchronous and asynchronous online meetings offers a convenient yet challenging blend of learning mediums. The knowledge, skills and abilities that I have gained through this program have already paid off. Working toward the Ed.D. degree has allowed me to accept a promotion at my current institution, and given me the opportunity to serve as both an instructor as well as an administrator.

Tres LochHigher Education Ed.D student

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