Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction Online
Develop the knowledge, skills and disposition necessary to solve instructional problems in educational settings at the highest level with this nationally recognized online Ed.D. program from ULM.
Program Overview
Get to know our online Ed.D. Curriculum & Instruction
Our CAEP-accredited Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum & Instruction online program provides you with practical opportunities to relate theoretical foundations to curricular and instructional issues faced in real-world educational settings. Designed for educators and professionals seeking advanced expertise, you will examine research-based theories, develop skills in quantitative and qualitative methods and explore the intellectual, social, moral and political foundations of education through multiple theoretical lenses. This comprehensive approach supports your ability to analyze and address challenges across diverse educational environments, including K–12 and higher education.
Through a comprehensive and progressive curriculum, you will build advanced expertise in curriculum design, pedagogy, assessment, and program evaluation while developing leadership and decision-making skills for diverse educational environments. The program emphasizes applied learning, allowing you to address real-world challenges and problems of practice across K–12 and higher education settings.
You will also complete a rigorous research sequence, including both quantitative and qualitative methods, culminating in your choice between a traditional dissertation and a practice-based action research capstone project.
The online Ed.D. in Curriculum & Instruction is taught by our esteemed faculty members who are accomplished global researchers with the experience and knowledge to prepare you for advanced career opportunities. Through a blend of research and practical application, you will be prepared to contribute to innovation and improvement in educational practice and policy in your chosen field/discipline.
Students typically complete coursework within 24 months, then select either a dissertation or a practice-based capstone following the comprehensive exam. The final research component generally requires an additional 12–24 months for completion.
Ed.D. in Curriculum & Instruction research areas:
Doctoral students in the online Ed.D. in Curriculum & Instruction program engage in applied, practice-based research designed to solve real-world educational challenges. Areas of faculty expertise include:
- K–12 Teaching
- Differentiated Instruction
- Reading/Literacy
- K–12 Leadership
- Field Experience
- Special Education
- Academically Gifted
- Instructional Technology
- Educational Policy and Implementation
- Program Evaluation and Intervention
- Mentoring/Academic Coaching
- Student Success
As a student in this online Ed.D. in Curriculum & Instruction program, you will develop the skills to:
- Apply theory and practice in curriculum and instruction informed by research and scholarship from experienced faculty
- Demonstrate knowledge across key domains, including curriculum development, teaching, teacher education, and educational policy at the K–12 and higher education levels
- Conduct research and communicate findings effectively as a scholar, writer, and presenter
- Engage with diverse areas of educational practice, including leadership, policy, educational technology, and special education
- Build professional skills through mentoring, collaboration, and a supportive academic community
- Apply research and practical knowledge to support growth and improvement in educational settings
- Strengthen your qualifications for career advancement in education and related fields
- Apply theory and practice in curriculum and instruction informed by research and scholarship from experienced faculty
- Demonstrate knowledge across key domains, including curriculum development, teaching, teacher education, and educational policy at the K–12 and higher education levels
- Conduct research and communicate findings effectively as a scholar, writer, and presenter
- Engage with diverse areas of educational practice, including leadership, policy, educational technology, and special education
- Build professional skills through mentoring, collaboration, and a supportive academic community
- Apply research and practical knowledge to support growth and improvement in educational settings
- Strengthen your qualifications for career advancement in education and related fields
Career opportunities include:
- Educational Leader (Board or Department of Education)
- Education Administrator
- Superintendent
- Instructional Coordinator
- University Professor
- Higher Education Professional
- Curriculum Specialist
- Curriculum Director
- Instructional Leader
- Academic Dean
- Educational Consultant
- Director of Teaching and Learning
- Educational Leader (Board or Department of Education)
- Education Administrator
- Superintendent
- Instructional Coordinator
- University Professor
- Higher Education Professional
- Curriculum Specialist
- Curriculum Director
- Instructional Leader
- Academic Dean
- Educational Consultant
- Director of Teaching and Learning
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Accreditation
The University of Louisiana Monroe School of Education programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
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Tuition and Fees
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The Doctor of Education in Curriculum & Instruction online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition. Financial aid may be available for students who qualify.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per 3-Credit Hour Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ed.D. C&I | $500 | $1,500 | $30,000 |
Financial aid info
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.ed.gov, using the Federal School Code for ULM: 002020.
If you have questions regarding financial aid, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 318-342-5320.
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Calendar
See the application deadlines and class schedules for our online Ed.D. program
The Ed.D. in Curriculum & Instruction online program features eight-week courses delivered in a convenient online format—with five starts each year. View the full calendar to find the best class start date for you and take note of all corresponding deadlines.
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline | Last Class Day | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 1 | 8/17/26 | 7/24/26 | 7/24/26 | 8/11/26 | 8/11/26 | 10/7/26 | 8 weeks |
| Fall 2 | 10/12/26 | 9/18/26 | 9/18/26 | 10/6/26 | 10/6/26 | 12/10/26 | 8 weeks |
| Spring 1 | 1/19/27 | 12/17/26 | 12/17/26 | 1/13/27 | 1/8/27 | 3/11/27 | 8 weeks |
| Spring 2 | 3/15/27 | 2/15/27 | 2/15/27 | 3/8/27 | 3/19/27 | 5/14/27 | 8 weeks |
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Admissions
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The admission process is the first step toward earning your Doctor of Education in Curriculum & Instruction online from ULM. Requirements for admission to this program include:
- Master’s degree in any discipline No teaching certificate required
- Undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher from a regionally accredited institution
- GRE optional
Online Program Admission Requirements
- Completed online application
- Nonrefundable application fee of $40
- Master's degree (any discipline) – No teaching certificate is required
- Undergraduate minimum 2.75 GPA, from a regionally accredited university
- Graduate minimum 3.25 GPA, from a regionally accredited university
- Graduate Record Examination
(GRE) with a minimum score of 292 (Verbal and Quantitative); or the Miller’s
Analogy Test (MAT) with a minimum score of 397; or an approved writing sample
scored by program faculty, meeting the scholarly writing criteria, as
determined by the graduate program faculty
- Scores 5 years or newer accepted only from ETS. Scores over 5 years are only accepted if they are on-file in the ULM Banner system.
- MAT testing was retired on 11/16/23, but students may still request Official Transcripts and Personal Score Reports until November 2025.
- Submission of official transcripts from the colleges or university from which an undergraduate degree was earned and official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended where graduate coursework was attempted or earned. If other schools were attended in the last 60 hours, those official transcripts must also be submitted.
- Official transcripts or test scores are sent directly from the issuing institution or evaluation agency in a sealed envelope or electronically.
- Applicants should have earned grades of C or better on all previous graduate course work
Transcripts and official documents can be electronically submitted to gradschooldocs@ulm.edu.
If you need to submit official documents by mail, send them to:
Graduate AdmissionsUniversity of Louisiana Monroe
Sandel Hall 243
700 University Avenue
Monroe, LA 71209-0600
Have a question? Call us at 800-917-3236.
To view the Ed.D in Curriculum & Instruction program in the ULM Graduate Catalog, click here.
Courses
Discover what you will learn in our online Ed.D. Curriculum and Instruction classes
To earn the Doctor of Education in Curriculum & Instruction, students must complete the courses listed below for a total of 60 credit hours.
Recognized by the Carnegie Classification as an R3: Doctoral University.
*The applicant must have completed the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) with a minimum score of 292 (Verbal and Quantitative); or the Miller’s Analogy Test (MAT) with a minimum score of 397; or an approved writing sample scored by program faculty, meeting the scholarly writing criteria, as determined by the graduate program faculty.
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