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Careers
As an established, successful program that has been around for more than 25 years, Oregon State University's Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program in Adult and Higher Education prepares you for a rewarding career in a supervisory role within a growing field. Cohort members build professional relationships and connections that continue throughout their careers.
Community College Leadership (CCL)
Designed for those looking to assume leadership positions at a community college, our graduates have attained high-level positions, including:
- Director
- Dean
- Vice president
- President
Leadership in Higher Education (LHE)
This option is popular among those who aspire to conduct research, those who are looking to move up to an adjunct position – or other high-level position – and those who would like to supervise others in a four year college or university. Graduates are prepared to assume noteworthy positions, including:
- Dean or vice president of student services
- Directors/deans/vice presidents of multicultural affairs
- Directors/deans/vice presidents of off-campus centers
- Financial aid directors
- Registrar
For information about job prospects for these career fields, please visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Handbook. OSU Career Services is also a great resource for student career opportunities.
This is not a teacher licensure program
In compliance with an agreement with the Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission for participation in the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA), Oregon State University provides information regarding professional licensure through distance education. The courses and programs, delivered online by OSU Ecampus, are not formally approved for professional licensure outside of the state of Oregon.
To determine whether these courses or programs meet licensure requirements in your state, you must contact the appropriate licensing board(s). Visit our license disclosure webpage for each state's contact information.
Important dates
See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.
Degree details
* Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 108-120 quarter credits are equal to 72-80 semester credits.
† Cost per credit is calculated using tuition per credit for the current academic year. It does not include associated fees, course materials, textbook expenses, and other expenses related to courses.
‡ You can complete this program in a hybrid format that blends online coursework with in-person classes held periodically in Portland, Oregon. View the curriculum.
Application deadline
Apply by Feb. 15. All admitted students will begin the program in fall term each year.
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