Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education prepares graduates for positions as faculty, researchers, and academic leaders who are able to conduct original research that contributes to higher education policy and practice, and to interpret and communicate the results of that research through their writing, teaching, and leadership. The curriculum has two tracks: Organizational Leadership and Student Success.
The Department of Doctoral Higher Education also offers an Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership for higher education professionals who work full time.
Which one is for you – the Ed.D or the Ph.D.? To find out, compare both programs side-by-side (PDF).
Benefits and Distinctives
- Cohort model designed for working professionals in higher education
- Unique strengths-based approach to teaching, learning, and research
- Experienced faculty who are professionally active and personally committed to student success
- Two weeks at APU each January and July with online instruction throughout the year
Learn more about the program and our faculty.
School of Behavioral Studies and Applied Sciences Accreditation
Azusa Pacific University receives accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
University Reputation
Azusa Pacific University held its place for the second year in the most prestigious category of the U.S.News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges 2009, ranking in the third tier of the national category. Additionally, for the first time, APU ranked ninth among the best up-and-coming national universities. Previously, APU was ranked in the top 25 schools within the Western Universities-Master’s category, enjoying prominent placement and recognition for outstanding first-year and service-learning programs.
According to Diverse Issues in Higher Education magazine, APU ranked number 6 in the nation in awarding the most master’s degrees to Hispanics. In addition, The Princeton Review included APU as 1 of 120 colleges in the 2009 Best in the West category.
