University of Phoenix-Arizona

PhD in Educational Leadership and Administration (PhD)

Phoenix, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • Tuition 40% below the typical PhD
  • No application fee

About PhD Educational Leadership and Administration

Tuition is 16,215 USD per year.

Students study general principles and techniques for administering schools and other educational organizations and facilities. They also learn how to supervise educational personnel at the school or staff level.

This field may prepare people for general administrator and supervisor roles in schools and other educational organizations and facilities.

For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes.

About University of Phoenix-Arizona

The University of Phoenix-Arizona campus experience is built around online study rather than a traditional residential setting. Students balance coursework with employment, family and other responsibilities while joining a supportive community of students, alumni, advisors, coaches and faculty. The university’s model focuses on practical learning that can fit into daily life.

Academic offerings include bachelor’s and master’s degrees, certificates and individual courses. Popular areas include business, information technology and healthcare. Courses are designed to build career-relevant skills, with students concentrating on one course at a time. Instructors bring professional experience to the classroom, and the university provides career resources, coaching and tools such as Career Navigator during study and after graduation.

International students should expect an online format with regular start dates and flexible scheduling. Classes begin every five to six weeks, allowing students to start when ready and progress through a structured course sequence. Transfer-friendly options may allow eligible prior credits to count toward a bachelor’s degree. Students can also explore scholarships, employer tuition benefits and other credit-earning opportunities. Advisors help prospective students identify relevant information and understand available program and savings options.

This program's tuition is 40% below the typical PhD in the United States.

The median annual fee for that cohort is27,366 USD per year, a comparison figure across 16,543 programs billed per year on Global Admissions.

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