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: Leadership and Student Success.
Which One Is for You – Ed.D or Ph.D.?
The Department of Doctoral Higher Education also offers an Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership for higher education professionals who work full time. Compare Doctoral Higher Education's Ph.D. and Ed.D. (PDF)
Program Highlights
- 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 is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
University Reputation
Azusa Pacific University held its place for the fourth year in the most prestigious category of U.S.News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges 2012 rankings, placing in Tier One at No. 170 in the National Universities category. APU was also ranked No. 16 in the Up-and-Coming Schools Category by U.S.News. In addition, The Princeton Review named APU as 1 of 121 institutions in the 2012 Best Colleges in the West for the sixth consecutive year, and Forbes named APU No. 322 on a list of 650 colleges that represent the top 20 percent of all undergraduate institutions.
