Doctor of Education in Higher Education Administration
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-08 | - |
| 2024-08-26 | - |
| 2024-10-14 | - |
| 2025-01-27 | - |
| 2025-03-17 | - |
| 2025-05-12 | - |
Program Overview
New England College's EdD in Higher Education Administration is a three-year, low-residency program designed for working professionals. The program focuses on applied research and allows participants to develop expertise in areas such as organizational leadership, financial management, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. The hybrid delivery model combines in-person classes with online coursework, providing flexibility for busy schedules. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to become effective leaders and change agents in higher education.
Program Outline
EdD in Higher Education Administration Program at New England College (NEC)
Degree Overview
#Program Description
NEC's Doctor of Education in Higher Education Administration (EdD) is a three-year, low-residency program designed for working professionals who want to become experts in their areas of interest. The program focuses on applied research and allows participants to have an immediate impact on the quality of education in their work environments. The EdD in Higher Education Administration allows participants to develop expertise in specific settings and issues, including:
- Organizational development and leadership
- Financial management and budgeting
- Public policy and advocacy
- Data-driven decision-making
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Instructional design and pedagogy
- #Program Objectives The program aims to equip graduates with the knowledge, skills, and experience to:
- Identify and address critical issues in educational policy and practice.
- Incorporate knowledge, theory, and research to improve professional practice.
- Demonstrate effective and inclusive written and oral communication skills.
- Create strategies and interventions to address diversity, equity, and inclusion in educational organizations.
- Demonstrate knowledge of administrative, leadership, and management practices and structures found in diverse institutions of education.
- Demonstrate skills to work effectively with others, be advocates for members of the learning community, and lead organizational change and reform.
- Articulate a personal philosophy of professional practice and a vision for educational organizations which is responsive to societal challenges of complexity, diversity, and social justice.
- Identify and apply various pedagogical approaches that maximize learning.
- Design and conduct independent and collaborative research.
- Apply a critical theory lens to self-reflection and research to address issues of power, positionality, and ethics.
Outline
#Program Content
The EdD in Higher Education Administration program curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Organizational Leadership and Change
- Contemporary Issues in Higher Education
- Budgeting and Finance
- Strategic Management in Higher Education
- Public Policy in Higher Education
- Teaching and Learning in Higher Education - Innovative Pedagogies
- Promoting Access, Retention and Achievement
- Preventative Law
- Higher Education Law and Ethics
- Research Methods and Design
- Quantitative and Qualitative Research Analysis
- Dissertation Development and Completion
- #Program Structure The program follows a hybrid delivery model, with two weekends of in-person classes at NEC's Henniker campus each seven-week term and one online course delivered 100% online each term. This structure allows for flexibility and accommodates the busy schedules of working professionals. The program is divided into three phases:
- Phase 1: Foundations of Higher Education Administration (Year 1)
- Phase 2: Advanced Topics in Higher Education Administration (Year 2)
- Phase 3: Dissertation Research and Completion (Year 3)
- #Individual Modules
Phase 1: Foundations of Higher Education Administration
- HEA 8010 (ED 8010) - Seminar in Educational Research I
- HEA 8020 - Contemporary Issues in Higher Education
- HEA 8030 - Organizational Leadership and Change
- HEA 8040 (ED 8040) - Seminar in Educational Research II
- HEA 8050 - Advanced Student Development
Phase 2: Advanced Topics in Higher Education Administration
- HEA 8060 (ED 8060) - Dissertation Seminar I
- HEA 8070 - Budgeting and Finance
- HEA 8080 - Strategic Management in Higher Education
- HEA 8090 - Public Policy in Higher Education
- HEA 8100 - Teaching and Learning in Higher Education - Innovative Pedagogies
Phase 3: Dissertation Research and Completion
- HEA 8110 (ED 8110) - Dissertation Seminar II
- HEA 8120 - Promoting Access, Retention and Achievement
- HEA 8130 - Preventative Law
- HEA 8140 (ED 8140) - Dissertation III: Completion and Approval
- HEA 8150 (ED 8150) - Comprehensive Project
- HEA 8155 (ED 8155) - Methods and Analysis Seminar
- HEA 8065 (ED 8065) - Literature Review Seminar
New England College
Overview:
New England College (NEC) is an accredited, private, non-profit college located in Henniker, New Hampshire. It is known for its emphasis on experiential learning and serves over 5,000 undergraduate, graduate, and online students annually.
Services Offered:
NEC offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic Resources:
MyNEC, academic advising, tutoring, writing center, library resources.Student Life and Activities:
Student clubs and organizations, intramural sports, recreational activities, campus events.Housing and Dining:
On-campus housing options for students, dining services.Additional Services:
Health services, counseling services, career services, financial aid, international student support.Student Life and Campus Experience:
NEC provides a vibrant and supportive learning community with a diverse student body from over 75 countries. Students can expect a range of on-campus experiences, including:
Social Events:
New and familiar events throughout the year.Athletics:
Over 20 NCAA Division III teams, recreational sports, and esports.Arts and Culture:
Putnam Theatre, Institute of Art and Design, galleries.Key Reasons to Study There:
Experiential Learning:
NEC emphasizes hands-on learning opportunities.Diverse Programs:
Offers a wide range of associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs.Supportive Community:
Provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for students.Strong Athletics Program:
Offers a variety of athletic opportunities for students.Academic Programs:
NEC offers a comprehensive range of academic programs, including:
Associate Degrees:
Various associate degree programs.Bachelor's Degrees:
Over 60 bachelor's degree programs in various fields.Master's Degrees:
Over 20 master's degree programs.Doctoral Program:
A doctoral program with multiple tracks.Other:
- NEC has a strong focus on online and graduate programs, offering over 30 programs for working professionals.
- The college has a three-year "earn while you learn" BSN program for nursing students.
- NEC is a member of the NCAA Division III and has a championship-winning athletics program.
- The college hosts various events and activities throughout the year, including admissions campus tours, presentations, and conferences.
Entry Requirements:
For all applicants:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
- Two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to the applicant's academic abilities and potential for success in a doctoral program.
- A personal statement that addresses the applicant's interest in the EdD in Higher Education Administration program, their career goals, and their research interests.
- A current resume.
Additional requirements for international students:
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended, translated into English by a certified translator. The program description mentions that some courses are delivered online, suggesting that spoken and written English comprehension is essential for successful participation. These typically require a minimum score of 80 on the internet-based TOEFL exam or 6.5 on the IELTS exam.
