Doctor of Education in Religious Education
- 100% Online (Optional)
- 60 Credit
- Intensive Courses
The Doctor of Education and Religious Education (Ed.D.) is a 30-credit doctoral program designed to equip students with advanced knowledge, leadership expertise, and research skills in educational administration, religious education, curriculum development, and faith-based institutional leadership. The program integrates advanced educational theories, organizational leadership, religious studies, ethical governance, educational policy, and applied research to prepare students for senior leadership and administrative responsibilities within religious educational institutions, faith-based organizations, ministries, and community learning environments.
Students develop advanced competencies in educational leadership, curriculum design, institutional governance, instructional development, academic program evaluation, strategic planning, and research-based decision-making. The curriculum emphasizes religious values, professional integrity, ethical leadership, academic excellence, cultural understanding, and responsible educational administration.
Graduates are prepared to contribute to religious educational institutions, faith-based schools, theological organizations, religious ministries, nonprofit educational institutions, and community learning programs where advanced educational leadership, academic research, and ethical institutional management are essential.
Overview
This program is offered 100% online (optional), allowing students to complete their studies anytime and anywhere, from the comfort of their homes.
All intensive courses follow a one-month format, with each course designed to be completed within 30 days of enrollment.
The Doctor of Education and Religious Education combines advanced educational leadership and administration with religious studies, theological perspectives, ethical governance, and doctoral-level research.
Students explore educational policy, curriculum development, leadership theories, educational management, instructional innovation, institutional governance, strategic planning, and research methodologies within religious and faith-based educational environments.
The interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes the relationship between educational excellence, religious values, ethical responsibility, and effective institutional leadership. Students develop the ability to analyze educational challenges, formulate research-informed solutions, evaluate academic programs, and support organizational improvement within religious educational institutions.
The program also examines theology, religious ethics, comparative religion, educational philosophy, cultural diversity, and the role of religious education in contemporary society.
The advanced stages of the program focus on educational leadership development, strategic institutional management, curriculum evaluation, educational research, policy analysis, and organizational effectiveness.
Students integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications through educational case studies, institutional analysis, academic research assignments, curriculum evaluation projects, and doctoral dissertation or applied research activities.
The program prepares graduates to demonstrate advanced educational leadership, scholarly inquiry, professional accountability, and a commitment to religious education and lifelong learning.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Doctor of Education and Religious Studies (D.Ed. R.S.) program will be uniquely prepared for senior leadership roles across educational institutions, community programs, research, and consulting sectors.
Educational Leadership & Administration
School or University Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Principal
Director of Academic Programs or Educational Operations
Director of Curriculum Development or Instructional Services
Director of Quality and Educational Standards
Education & Research
Dean or Director of Educational Leadership Programs
Professor or Lecturer in Education, Leadership, or Policy
Researcher in Education Policy, Organizational Leadership, or Curriculum Studies
Nonprofit & Community Sector
Executive Director of Education-Focused Nonprofits or Community Organizations
Community Program Director for Learning and Development Initiatives
Policy Advisor or Consultant for Education and Community Development
Consulting & Strategy
Educational Management Consultant
Program Evaluation and Improvement Specialist
Leadership Coach for School and Community Education Leaders
Policy & Organizational Development
Education Strategy and Innovation Advisor
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer in Educational Institutions
Senior Advisor for Ethics, Governance, and Organizational Leadership in Education
Program Learning Outcomes
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Graduates of the Doctor of Education and Religious Education (Ed.D.) will be able to:
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of educational leadership, religious education, educational administration, and organizational governance within faith-based institutions.
Critically analyze educational theories, instructional methodologies, leadership frameworks, and religious educational philosophies.
Apply ethical, religious, and philosophical principles to educational leadership, academic administration, and institutional decision-making.
Evaluate organizational structures, governance practices, and educational policies within religious educational institutions.
Develop strategic plans that support academic excellence, institutional sustainability, effective educational administration, and organizational improvement.
Transfer Credits to Exodus University
Exodus University is dedicated to saving you time and money by providing easy and fair transfer evaluation for eligible course credit.
Students can transfer to Exodus University up to 75% of credits into a Doctor’s degree for courses with a grade of C- or higher are generally transferrable.
Exodus University evaluates eligible undergraduate transfer credits individually based on official transcripts, course equivalency, academic level, and established transfer-credit policies. Acceptance of transfer credits is not guaranteed.
Admission Requirements
Featured Courses
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| General Courses (Choose any 4 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Statistics for Educational Research | 3 | DERS 601 |
| Ethics and Governance in Education | 3 | DERS 602 |
| Global Perspectives in Education and Society | 3 | DERS 603 |
| Operational Research in Education Programs | 3 | DERS 604 |
| Leadership Essentials in Education Administration | 3 | DERS 605 |
| Principles of Educational Management | 3 | DERS 606 |
| Introduction to Online Learning | 3 | DERS 607 |
| Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics | 3 | DERS 608 |
| Professional Development and Character in Leadership | 3 | DERS 609 |
| Strategic Management in Educational Institutions | 3 | DERS 610 |
| Religious Courses (Choose any 4 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Theology | 3 | RELI 711 |
| Christian Apologetics | 3 | RELI 712 |
| The Old Testament | 3 | RELI 713 |
| World Religions | 3 | RELI 714 |
Religion (select one)
| 3 | RELI 715 |
| Hermeneutics | 3 | RELI 716 |
| Research Courses (Choose any 2 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Dissertation Prospectus        | 3 | DISS 790 |
| Dissertation I | 3 | DISS 791 |
| Dissertation II | 3 | DISS 792 |
| Dissertation III | 3 | DISS 793 |
| Dissertation IV | 3 | DISS 794 |
| Dissertation V | 3 | DISS 795 |
| Dissertation Defense | 3 | DISS 799 |
| Graduation | 3 | GRAD 800 |
Courses
Credits Courses
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Introduction to Online Learning
Credits Courses
3Â Â Â Â Â Â An Introduction to the Bible
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Biblical Foundation of Ethics
Credits Courses
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation Prospectus
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation I
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation II
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation III
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation IV
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation V
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation Defense
Courses
| General Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Online Learning | 3 | EXOD 501 |
| Bible Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| An Introduction to the Bible | 3 | EXOD 511 |
| Specialization Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Biblical Foundation of Ethics  | 3 | EXOD 513 |
| Research Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Dissertation Prospectus | 3 | EXOD 901 |
| Dissertation I | 3 | EXOD 902 |
| Dissertation II | 3 | EXOD 903 |
| Dissertation III | 3 | EXOD 904 |
| Dissertation IV | 3 | EXOD 905 |
| Dissertation V | 3 | EXOD 906 |
| Dissertation Defense | 3 | EXOD 907 |
Career opportunities
Doctoral Tuition
Tuition & Fees
Doctoral Programs
The basic costs listed here reflect the average total and are intended to be a planning guide for new students and their parents. As applicable, tuition, costs, and fees are subject to change without notice.
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Tuition Costs - Domestic
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