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Doctorate in Education Degrees in Colorado

Colorado boasts a number of universities through which you can earn a doctoral degree in education (Ed.D.). Many educational leadership programs are similar, but it is important to understand even subtle differences to meet your specific educational goals. At EducationDegree.com, we strive to make it easy for you to find accredited colleges and universities in Colorado that offer Ed.D. programs—and match your lifestyle.

Earning Your Ed.D. in Colorado

If an online Ed.D. program is more conducive to your schedule, several Colorado universities might be right for you. The University of Colorado-Denver’s Ed.D. program in Leadership for Educational Equity offers courses online, on weekends and part-time, so students can continue working while in college. The focus of the core curriculum is on leadership, learning, inquiry and equity in urban and diverse communities.

The University of Northern Colorado’s Ed.D. program features an Innovation and Reform Emphasis and allows you to mostly earn your Ed.D. online. This program will prepare educational leaders to implement and study changes in a rapidly evolving educational system. For a more traditional approach, check out the University of Colorado-Denver’s program in Educational Studies and Research, which combines learning theory with core courses in urban education and extensive training in research methods, including the chosen area of the student’s concentration.

These are only a sampling of Ed.D. programs offered in Colorado! Check out the program listings below to easily request information about different schools.

Career Outlook for Graduates in Colorado

Graduates with a doctorate degree in education can hold a variety of positions, from school district superintendent to assistant and associate professor positions at universities, in both the classroom and education administration. For education administrators in Colorado, the annual mean wage in 2012 was $89,490 for postsecondary administrators and $80,520 for elementary and secondary school administrators.

Find out more about earning your doctorate in education in Colorado by contacting our featured schools listed below. Be sure to compare multiple programs to be sure you make the right choice for your career in education!