Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2026
- Starting November 2026
- Starting January 2027
- Starting February 2027
- Starting April 2027
With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it's best for you.
Language
English
- Duolingo English Test — 95
- TOEFL® IBT — 80
- PTE Academic — 53
- IELTS — 6.5
Credits
64 SCH
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
Indianapolis, United States
Disciplines
Instructional Design
Overview
Through a tailored approach to the dissertation process, you can complete the program in as little as three years.
The Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree at the American College of Education is especially useful if you want to advance your career in higher education at the college or university level, PreK-12 public or charter school systems, and other educational organizations.
Key Features
- Intentional Design: Graduate with three areas of specialization: curriculum and instruction, research, and your chosen Focus of Study. With at least 18 credit hours in each, you will have enough credits to potentially be credentialed to teach in each area.
- Tailored Dissertation Approach: Designed to provide support when doctoral students need it the most: during the dissertation. You'll complete the dissertation in a structured, faculty-supported course sequence.
- Customizable: Choose from nearly a dozen Focus of Study options to tailor your program to fit your niche career goals.
- Accelerated Completion: Students who have an Ed.S. degree or are all-but-dissertation (ABD) can complete their Ed.D. degree in 37 semester credits.
- Flexible: Study on your schedule. Our online format allows you to plan your coursework around your life.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Leadership as a Reflective Practice
- Doctoral Leadership Seminar
- Curriculum and Instructional Design for Diversity
- Standards-Driven Learning
- Assessment Strategies
- Strengthening Literacy
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test — 95
- TOEFL® IBT — 80
- PTE Academic — 53
- IELTS — 6.5
General requirements
- Transcript showing Masters' or doctoral level.
- Minimum grade point average 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for full admission.
- Provisional admission is not permitted.
- Submit a current curriculum vitae (preferred) or resume.
- Submit a goal statement, demonstrating a clear expression of purpose and anticipated personal and professional goals.
- Complete an Interview.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 9,167 AUD / year (≈ 6,528 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 9,167 AUD / year (≈ 6,528 USD / year)
- Domestic / In-State: 9,167 AUD / year (≈ 6,528 USD / year)
