Program Overview
Asbury University’s 100% online Doctorate Degree (EdD) P-12 Educational Leadership prepares educators to become effective Christian leaders in public and private schools. Designed for working professionals, this flexible doctoral program combines live online classes, small class sizes, and personalized faculty mentorship to help you advance your career without putting it on hold.
Whether you want to become a principal, district leader, instructional coach, or educational administrator, Asbury equips you to lead with integrity, purpose, and a Christ-centered perspective.
If you’re ready to grow as an educational leader while continuing to work full time, this program is designed for you.
Whether you’re a classroom teacher preparing for leadership, an aspiring or current school administrator, or an instructional or district leader seeking advanced credentials, Asbury equips you to lead with confidence, integrity, and purpose.
Designed for working educators, Asbury’s Online Ed.D. combines the flexibility of online learning with the personal support of a close-knit Christian learning community. You’ll gain the knowledge, confidence, and mentorship to grow as a leader—without putting your career on hold.
Why students choose Asbury:
At Asbury, you’re not navigating a doctoral program alone—you’ll join a supportive community committed to helping you succeed.
Earning your doctorate is an investment in your future, and Asbury is committed to making that investment attainable for working educators. Because many students qualify to transfer approved graduate credits, they may reduce both the total cost and time required to complete the program.
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Yes. In fact, that’s exactly who this program was designed for.
The Online Ed.D. allows you to continue leading in your school while earning your doctorate through:
Rather than stepping away from your career, you’ll immediately apply what you’re learning in your current leadership role.
The program requires 60 credit hours, and many students complete the degree in as little as three years.
Students who transfer approved graduate credits may shorten both the length and cost of the program.
Yes. Asbury allows students to transfer up to 24 approved graduate credit hours, helping many educators complete their doctorate sooner and at a lower overall cost. After you apply, we’ll review your transcripts and let you know which credits are eligible to transfer.
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The Online Ed.D. prepares you for the next stage of educational leadership while helping you become a more effective leader today.
Graduates are prepared for roles including:
Beyond career advancement, you’ll develop the research, leadership, and strategic decision-making skills needed to lead meaningful change in schools and educational organizations.
Asbury has a long tradition of preparing educators who serve with both professional excellence and Christian conviction. This new Ed.D. in P-12 Leadership builds on that legacy by offering advanced, research-based preparation and faith-centered mentorship equipping leaders to make a meaningful impact in the communities they serve,”
Sharon Bixler, Ph.D. leads the School of Education with a desire to prepare students as future educators and ambassadors of Christ.
“Each day, it is a joy and honor to work at Asbury to prepare His students to go out into His world and teach His children in His elementary, middle, and high schools.”
Our experienced faculty bring real-world leadership experience from public and private education while investing personally in your growth as an educator and leader.
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