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Ed.D. in Literacy

Earn your doctoral degree in three years or less!

  • TOTAL COST

    $24,810*
  • NEXT START DATE

    Sep 08, 2025
  • COMPLETION TIME

    36 Months
  • AVG. SALARY PREMIUM

  • SEMESTER CREDITS

    64

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    Influence Literacy Instruction at the Highest Level

    Literacy is one of the most important aspects of education. Our fully online Ed.D. in Literacy program helps you develop the knowledge and expertise you need to be at the forefront of this essential area of instruction. This program will show you how to develop innovative instructional models, lead system-wide literacy reform and conduct research that drives literacy improvement.

    There is a critical need for educational leaders who can address educational disparities and literacy achievement gaps. With this doctorate, you can harness your passion into initiatives that help improve literacy education for all.


    Why ACE?

    Low-Cost, High Quality

    You deserve a great return on your educational investment, and we deliver master’s degrees at a total average cost of $10,000. We also award over $1.2M in scholarships and grants each year.

    Quality You Expect

    We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our faculty work in the industries where you work and are committed to your success, contributing to our 85% graduation rate.¹ Our curriculum equips you with practical strategies you can apply right away, as well as skills to help you advance your career.

    Flexibility You Need

    Our virtual campus and convenient start dates provide you the flexibility you need to achieve your goals at a time and place that works with your busy schedule. Our student support services are available 24/7 and tutoring is included at no additional cost.

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    Tuition

    We believe in full transparency with our total cost of attendance. No hidden fees. No surprises along the way.

    Total Cost Ed.D. in Literacy

    Total Tuition

    64 semester credits x $306 per credit

    $19,584

    Fees

    $100 Application Fee
    $150 Conferral Fee
    $1200 Dissertation Fee
    (6 Courses X $200 per Course)
    $3776 Technology and Library Fee
    (64 Semester Credits X $59 per Credit)

    $5,226

    Total Program Cost

    $24,810*

    Find a plan that fits your budget.

    When We Say Low Cost, We Mean It

    $24,810
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    Program Details

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    Focus of Study


    Start Dates

    With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.

    September 08, 2025 Term

    Sep 05, 2025

    Application Due

    Sep 05, 2025

    Payment Due

    Sep 08, 2025

    Term Start

    Sep 12, 2025

    Unregister/Cancel Deadline

    Oct 19, 2025

    Term End

    September 29, 2025 Term

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    Courses

    Here are just some of the courses you’ll take when working towards this program. Visit the College Catalog to see all courses.

    LEAD6001

    Introduction to Advanced Studies

    1 Semester Credits

    LEAD6011

    Leadership as a Reflective Practice

    1 Semester Credits

    LEAD6021

    Leadership Seminar

    1 Semester Credits

    LIT6023

    Literacy and Technology

    3 Semester Credits

    LIT6033

    Literacy Integration

    3 Semester Credits

    LIT6043

    Intervention and Assessment in Literacy

    3 Semester Credits

    LIT6053

    Literacy Leadership

    3 Semester Credits

    LIT6073

    Evidence-Based Approaches to Fluency and Vocabulary Development

    3 Semester Credits

    LIT6083

    Advanced Comprehension Strategies for Literacy

    3 Semester Credits


    Admission Requirements

    ACE General Admission Requirements

    Program Admission Requirements

    International Transcript Requirements

    English as a Second Language Applicants

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