Program Overview

Community College Leadership Education – Doctorate

Community College Leadership

Chart your next step into leadership roles at community colleges, state education departments, and beyond. Become the visionary leader who shapes the future of education, driving meaningful, impactful change wherever you serve.

At a Glance

Program Details

• Total Credits: 54
• Cost Per Credit: $658
• Time to Complete: 3 years+

Lead the way in education and advance your career

You’re ready, and Iowa State University’s School of Education will equip you with the skills and knowledge to tackle critical issues in PK-20 education and beyond. You’ll be confident in leading the next chapter of educational transformation by focusing on assessment, research, student development, belonging, and administrative leadership. Start your legacy of cultivating lifelong learners and leaders who shape the future.

Iowa State’s Ed.D. program is designed to prepare you as a transformational, student-centric leader in community colleges, state education departments, and other educational agencies. As part of the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate (CPED), this program culminates in a dissertation in practice, addressing real-world challenges that can drive meaningful improvements in educational outcomes.

Built on a cohort-based model, this program fosters a collaborative learning environment that expands your professional network and connects you with other emerging leaders. Take your next step in making a lasting impact on the educational landscape.

Admissions Requirements

• Graduate College Requirements:
  • 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
  • Academic Records/Transcripts
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Proof of English Proficiency

Credits

The program is a total of 54 credits. Because the program is designed as a cohesive, cohort-based experience with a planned curriculum, no transfer credits are accepted.

Program Format and Enrollment

• Format: Hybrid
• Enroll: Cohorts begin every odd summer term

Application Deadlines

• Summer: March 1 for summer cohort start

Related Online Programs

• Online Masters in Education Administration
• Online Masters in Educational Technology
• Online Masters in Higher Education
• Online Doctorate in P-12 Systems Level Leadership
• Online Instructional Design Certificate