Teaching & Learning Doctorate

Tuition fees are 10,608 USD per year.

The Doctorate in Teaching and Learning (Ed.D. in TCH) program prepares practitioners for educational leadership roles. It focuses on developing expertise to enhance teaching and learning environments. Students engage in advanced study and research to address complex challenges in educational settings.

Graduates are prepared for roles such as school curriculum specialists, college teacher educators, academic administrators, and instructional specialists.

Applicants need a four-year bachelor's degree and a minimum 3.0 GPA on the last 60 undergraduate hours or all graduate coursework. Requirements include at least three years of teaching experience, a professional resume, three letters of recommendation, a two-page professional goals statement, and an academic writing sample. International students must submit English proficiency scores.

For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 89% of applicants.

Illinois State University (ISU), founded in 1857 and located in Normal, is a comprehensive public university with a long tradition of teacher education and broad academic offerings across 252 programs. Serving roughly 20,878 students, including an international cohort of about 1,000, ISU combines strong undergraduate teaching with expanded graduate and professional programs in education, business, health sciences, arts and applied disciplines.

ISU emphasizes career-ready learning, small class sizes and strong faculty mentorship. Programs integrate experiential learning through internships, community partnerships and applied research, helping students build professional portfolios and practical experience. The university’s commitment to student success is reflected in advising services, career centers and active employer engagement that support transitions into regional and national job markets.

Campus life in Normal offers a welcoming college-town atmosphere with cultural events, clubs and practical support for international students, from orientation to career counseling. ISU’s location in central Illinois combines affordable living with access to metropolitan centers for internships and networking. For international applicants seeking a supportive, student-centered campus with a balance of academic breadth and applied opportunities, Illinois State provides a stable, professionally oriented environment to develop skills and begin a global career.