Your Career, Our Specialty
Your Career, Our Specialty

ONLINE Ed.D. CAREERS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The United States needs well-trained education professionals more than ever. Remote learning, teacher shortages, diversity and inclusion, and underfunding impact virtually every educational institution, and its effects are being felt around the world.

To address all of these challenges, we need visionary leaders who can provide better support and guidance for the 21st-century realities of education. If you’re looking to move to the next level in your career, or even change career paths, explore the opportunities that an online Doctor of Education from Bradley University can create.

EDUCATION CAREERS AT A GLANCE

4%
growth rate in market size for postsecondary education administrators1
15,300
openings for postsecondary education administrators each year2

AN ONLINE DEGREE FOR THE MODERN EDUCATION LANDSCAPE

Considering an online Doctor of Education (Ed.D) in Educational Leadership to take your career to the next level? Your journey starts here. Complete the form to get more information about Bradley University’s Education, Counseling, and Leadership department’s online Doctor of Education program.

Get valuable insights into the online experience, learn more about Bradley University’s course offerings, and see where an advanced education can take you.

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Bradley University is authorized to deliver online programs to US citizens and permanent residents residing in the United States. International students are encouraged to inquire about on-campus opportunities by visiting Bradley University International Admissions.

OUTLOOK ON EDUCATION

Peoples’ perception of learning—how, where, and with whom we learn—is shifting, but the importance of education is as strong as ever. Public and private school enrollments are projected to be higher than they were in previous years, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts steady employment and wage growth for the education services sector.3,4

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"By the end of my time in this program, I not only developed excellent research skills, I also gained clarity in my career path and life goals.”
– Karlene R., Ed.D. ‘22

EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS

An advanced degree in education doesn’t limit you to working in brick-and-mortar schools. Professionals who choose the online Doctor of Education will build a vast set of skills that are highly transferable among different educational institutions, as well as within other industries.

  • K-12 Education
  • E-Learning Development
  • Educational Software Development
  • Government or Policy Making
  • Educational Consulting
  • Healthcare Education
  • International Education & Development
  • Educational Research & Evaluation
  • Technology Training & Support
  • Library & Information Sciences
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HIGHER ED ADMINISTRATION & LEADERSHIP JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The online Ed.D. in higher education administration and leadership track allows you to impact students and faculty without holding a traditional teaching role. Graduates of the program can progress in their careers as department heads, principals, or athletic directors and could earn higher salaries because of their advanced education. While jobs for classroom teachers typically offer median salaries around $60,000, those in educational administration make $100,000 on average.5, 6, 7

Total Pay Averages in Higher Ed Admin

$148,728
Academic Affairs Vice President8
$140,470
Academic Dean9
$96,801
Admissions Director10
$188,936
College President11
$154,962
Financial Aid Director12
$85,483
Provost13

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH BRADLEY’S ACCLAIMED ALUMNI NETWORK

Bradley University’s online Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership alumni include deans, program directors, VPs, and more. Tap into this esteemed network to grow your connections and influence within the educational community.

Alumni Titles

  • Director Of Career Development and First-Year Programs, Rockford University
  • Dean of College and Career Readiness, Illinois Central College
  • Recruitment and Enrollment Manager, College of Menominee Nation
  • Senior Director, D.C. Metro Initiatives at University of Virginia Darden School of Business
  • Director of Institutional Effectiveness, Bradley University
  • Director of Student Transition Services, Northeastern Illinois University
  • Founder and Executive Director, Hughes Elite Scholars
  • Equal Opportunity Officer, Oregon Health & Science University

CORE COURSE HIGHLIGHT

ENC 708 - Boards and Educational Governance

This course examines board policies and working relationships between higher education institutions and the larger community. Focus on standards, accountability, the impact of pressure groups, and leadership and policy development within the framework of the educational institution and the political environment.

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ADMISSIONS DATES AND DEADLINES

Summer 2025

Apr
15
Final Application Deadline
April 15, 2025
Summer 2025
May
21
Start Date
May 21, 2025
Summer 2025

Fall 2025

Jul
20
Final Application Date
July 20, 2025
Fall 2025
Aug
27
Start Date
August 27, 2025
Fall 2025

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