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Ed.D. program ranks 4th for affordability

March 23, 2022
Crystal Simpson, Ken Crowe, Elizabeth Hutchins, and Crystal Shelnutt graduated in December 2021 with a Doctor of Education in higher education leadership and practice.

Article By: Denise Ray

The University of North Georgia's (Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ) Doctor of Education in higher education leadership and practice was ranked fourth nationally for affordability according to .

"Being recognized as one of the most affordable higher education programs in the country further reinforces the commitment of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ to creating accessible programming to meet the needs of today's students," Dr. Katherine Adams, assistant professor and Ed.D. program coordinator, said.

At Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, out-of-state students receive in-state tuition for Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ's online programs. As well, Adams noted that the faculty aim to choose zero-cost or low-cost course materials, which help recruit high-quality candidates from across the country.

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ's Ed.D. program is tailored to the needs and interests of higher education administrators and professionals seeking to expand their professional knowledge and career opportunities. The cross-disciplinary structure of the degree program is committed to educational equity, a deep integration of theory and policy with practice, and the cultivation of a scholarly community that supports constructive conflict, encourages novelty and creativity, and questions prevailing norms in higher education.


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