The Department of Higher Education offers master’s and doctoral programs. The master’s
program is a two-year campus-based program that utilizes a cohort model. The EdD and
PhD programs are also offered in a cohort model; the EdD program is a three-year campus-based
program offered in Azusa for one week each June and nine weekends a year (Fridays
and Saturdays), while the PhD program involves two-week visits to the Azusa campus
in early January and again in July.
The Department ofHigher Educationoffers a master’s program and two doctoral programs. Learn more about the department
andmeet the faculty.
The department utilizes astrengths developmentapproach, identifying and nurturing students’ strengths as the foundation for engaging
them in the learning process and achieving excellence. Learn more about howAPU advances the strengths movement (PDF).
Note: This information is current for the 2023-24 academic year; however, all stated
academic information is subject to change. Refer to the current Academic Catalog for more information.