Program Overview

Online ABD (All But Dissertation) Doctoral Degree Completion Program

Finish What You Started – Earn Your Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (K-12) at Saint Peter’s!

Have you started a doctoral program in Educational Leadership but had to hit pause?

Whether you need to finish remaining coursework or complete your dissertation, Saint Peter’s University offers a flexible, fully online ABD (All But Dissertation) Completion Program. This program is designed for experienced educators seeking to fulfill the final requirements needed to earn their Ed.D along with receiving the support and structure needed to be successful.

Program Requirements

To earn your Ed.D., you’ll need to complete a minimum of 18 credits with us, including:

• 6 credits in dissertation research
• 3 credits in qualitative research
• 3 credits in Writing a Literature Review
• 3 credits Applied Research
• 3 credits in additional dissertation support course
• IRB approval in dissertation II

Dedicated Support Services

We recognize that finishing your dissertation can be challenging, which is why our program includes personalized support to help you succeed. These support areas include:

• Time Management Strategies
• Academic Writing and Research Guidance

Admission Requirements

To apply for the ABD Completion Program, please submit the following:

• Complete an online application at saintpeters.edu/apply
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts from previously attended institutions
• Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
• Personal statement of educational and professional goals (min 750 words) or Writing Sample
• Resume

Program Overview

The Online ABD (All But Dissertation) Doctoral Degree Completion Program is designed to support experienced educators in completing their doctoral degree in Educational Leadership (K-12). The program offers a flexible, fully online format and provides personalized support to help students succeed in completing their dissertation. With a minimum of 18 credits required, students will complete coursework in dissertation research, qualitative research, and academic writing, as well as receive support in time management and research guidance. The program is designed to help students fulfill the final requirements needed to earn their Ed.D. and advance their careers in educational leadership.