Curriculum and Completion Requirements
Curriculum
Minimum Degree Requirements
- 60 quarter credits
- Core courses (50 cr.)
- Capstone courses (10 cr.)
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For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.
Admissions
Work one-on-one with an Enrollment Specialist who’ll guide you through every step—from choosing the right program to paying for your education.
Streamlined Admissions Process
Earning your EdD in Reading, Literacy, and Assessment is a bold step forward on your professional path. Walden makes it easier with our streamlined admissions process that includes:
No application fee
Easy credit transfer
No essay
To be considered for this doctoral program, you must have a master’s degree from an accredited college or university and meet the general admissions requirements. All applicants must submit a completed completed online application and transcripts. Depending on program specialization, additional requirements may apply. More information for international applicants.
Tuition Breakdown
Walden offers tuition savings options that can make your goals more attainable. Discover savings opportunities through:
Tuition savings
Transfer credits
Grants and scholarships
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| Curriculum | Requirements | Cost | Total * |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition - Coursework | 50 quarter credits | $660 per credit coursework and dissertation/doctoral study credits | $33,000‡ |
| Tuition - Capstone | 10 quarter credits | $660 per quarter hour for dissertation/doctoral study credits | $6,600 |
| Program Fee | $180 per quarter | $1,440 | |
$41,140+ | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION | -$3,300 | ||
‡This assumes students successfully complete their coursework on the first attempt. and reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable.
+Tuition and time to complete vary by student and may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships, or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 5 transfer credits into the Doctor of Education. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109.
†*Represents Doctor of Education minimum time to completion and Believe and Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe and Achieve Scholarship based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
Tuition and fees are subject to change.
Program Outcomes
Specialization Learning Outcomes
In addition to the core program learning outcomes, graduates of this specialization will be prepared to:
- Analyze the components of reading curriculum in the 21st century including influences from the sociopolitical landscape, social media, technological innovations, family and community involvement, and influences from applicable education standards.
- Improve literacy curriculum and programming with stakeholder support at the systems level by drawing on professional reading and curriculum standards.
- Analyze the challenges faced in improving teaching and learning in literacy curriculum across all content areas, including prior student learning, language, culture, family, and community values.
- Evaluate literacy curriculum based on information about literacy assessments used at the national, state, and local levels.
- Develop literacy programs that enhance student learning and support professional development for teachers.
- Integrate concepts of positive social change in leadership, assessment, professional development, literacy curriculum, and literacy instruction activities.
- Practice ethically in the profession.
- Design research to address educational problems and contribute to the profession.
