Overview

The Education in Higher and Adult Education , Doctorate from University of Memphis

key facts:

The Adult Education Concentration is designed for individuals seeking leadership positions in education, health services, business, and in community and non-profit organizations. The Adult Education Concentration prepares professionals to teach and facilitate the development of adult learners and promote lifelong learning.

One of the most exciting facets of the HIAD Program is its suitability for candidates from diverse professional and educational backgrounds. Students currently enrolled in the program have academic and professional backgrounds in the fields of Business, Education, Health, Law, Counseling, and Liberal Studies.

Career opportunities:

Our graduates are currently serving as:

Community College Presidents
Higher Education Vice Presidents
Deans, Associate Deans, and Assistant Deans
Department Chairpersons
Faculty Members
Researchers
Student Affairs Administrators
Educational Program Directors
Health Services Administrators
Community Organization and Non-profit Directors
Human Resources Administrators

The Doctorate of Education in Higher and Adult Education program at the University of Memphis includes Adult Education Doctorate programs that offer concentrations in Adult Education or Higher Education.

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Programme Structure

Curriculum

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Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

54 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Memphis, United States

Disciplines

Adult Education Higher Education View 16 other PhDs in Adult Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Each applicant must submit a completed application packet to the UofM Graduate School that includes:

A completed admissions application
Graduate School Application or Readmission
Official transcripts for all prior undergraduate and graduate courses

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

62100 USD / full

≈ 62100 USD / full
Out-of-State

49356 USD / full

≈ 49356 USD / full
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

36612 USD / full

≈ 36612 USD / full

Living costs

Memphis

United States

955 - 1582 USD / month

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Funding

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