Union University

Doctor of Education

Doctor of Education

The mission of the Education Department is to prepare educators of character and competence who reflect Christ as they serve and lead in their schools and communities. The Ed.D. degree is guided by the conceptual framework of the Teacher Education Program, a teacher-student dynamic of sensitivity, reflection and faith. READ MORE

The Ed.D. is the highest professional degree in education. Candidates for this degree are recognized for their commitment to the application of knowledge for the improvement of educational practice. The primary purpose of an Ed.D. program is to provide experienced educators with a broad and systematic understanding of educational theory and practice, and an ability to apply existing research findings to educational problems.

The Ed.D. in Educational Leadership at Union University is a blend of theory, research, scholarly inquiry, and best practice in a context of Christian values designed to prepare instructional leaders who can articulate the central issues and solve the salient problems of contemporary educational society.

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree is a 60-semester hour post-Masters program offered by Union University, the School of Education and Human Studies, and the Department of Education. It is designed for active professionals interested in leadership and teaching roles in P-12 schools, universities, government and business.

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The Doctor of Education Program

The Ed.D. is composed of the degree requirements (39 hours) for the Union Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree plus a Research-Dissertation Component (21 hours). Students desiring the Doctor of Education degree must meet the Ed.D. as well as the Ed.S. admission requirements. A maximum of 9 hours of graduate credit may be applied to the degree in transfer. Pre-requisite courses for admission include human growth and development, educational measurement and classroom technology.

The two areas of emphasis for the degree include Administration and Supervision, a licensure course of study for P-12 school leaders, and Curriculum and Supervision. With the A&S emphasis, earning a Tennessee principal or supervisors license is possible while working on the degree. It is designed to meet NCATE, ISLLC and State of Tennessee licensure standards in school leadership.

Admission Requirements

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8/2/08 - Ronnie Smith, receiving his masters in Christian studies, and Tracy Brittmon, receiving her doctorate of education, listen to President Dockery's commencement charge about hope at summer graduation. - Kristi McMurry
8/2/08 - Ronnie Smith, receiving his masters in Christian studies, and Tracy Brittmon, receiving her doctorate of education, listen to President Dockery's commencement charge about hope at summer graduation. - Kristi McMurry

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5/19/07 - Barbara Bailey Guffey is hooded as she receives the Doctor of Education. - Stephanie Schroeder
5/19/07 - Barbara Bailey Guffey is hooded as she receives the Doctor of Education. - Stephanie Schroeder

Course Schedules
Graduate Catalogues (.pdf)
Jackson Campus Contacts
  • 1050 Union University Drive
  • Jackson, TN 38305
  • Director (P-12 School Leadership): Kenneth Newman, Ed.D.
  • Director (Higher Education): Melinda Clarke, Ed.D.
  • Coordinator: Helen Fowler
  • Phone: 731-661-5374
  • Fax: 731-661-5468
  • E-mail: hfowler@uu.edu
Jackson Cohorts (.pdf)
Germantown Campus Contacts
  • 2745 Hacks Cross Road
  • Germantown, TN 38138
  • Director (P-12 School Leadership): Jennifer Grove, Ed.D.
  • Coordinator: Terri Richmond
  • Phone: 901-759-0029 Ext. 118
  • Fax: 901-759-1197
  • E-mail: trichmon@uu.edu
Germantown Cohorts (.pdf)
Hendersonville Campus Contacts
  • 106 Bluegrass Commons Blvd.
  • Hendersonville, TN 37075
  • Director: Charles Lea
  • Coordinator: Sherry Russell
  • Phone: 615-447-0401
  • Fax: 615-824-7364
  • E-mail: srussell@uu.edu