Overview

Through a tailored approach to the dissertation process, you can complete the Doctor of Education in Instructional Technology degree at the American College of Education in as little as three years.

Key Features

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 so you can tailor your program to your individual 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.

Accreditation

Higher Learning Commission

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Scholarly Writing and Research Strategies;

Research Methods;

Applied Statistics;

Quantitative Research Designs;

Qualitative Research Designs;

Research Concept Paper;

Research Methodology;

Literature Review.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
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- Apply before 2027-02-20 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-10 00:00:00

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With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.

Language

English

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Credits

64 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Indianapolis, United States

Disciplines

Instructional Design View 20 other PhDs in Instructional Design in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

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

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6528 USD / year

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6528 USD / year

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In-State

6528 USD / year

≈ 6528 USD / year

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