Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Instructional Design Leadership

Deliver transformative learning experiences with a doctorate in instructional design

In both the workplace and in the classroom, there’s an undeniable truth about education: Learning and performance are inextricably linked. Learning, however, is best done when it is both easier and more enjoyable – and that’s where instructional design professionals come in. As both leaders and educators, instructional designers have the power to transform how people learn. It’s their job to develop learning experiences, create resources, and evaluate the effectiveness of the instruction to ensure that it inspires innovation, improves performance and deepens competencies.

No-Fear Dissertation™

Get 360-degree support to take on (and finish!) your dissertation.

3-Year Completion

Finish your Ed.D. faster – including one year for your dissertation.

Personalized Program

Choose your focus: educational technology or curriculum & instruction.

Career Options

Corporate or classroom, you'll be prepared for both.

Relevant Curriculum

Become an in-demand learning leader.

100% Online Doctorate

Take classes that fit with your busy life.

Available Doctorate in Instructional Design Programs

If you’re looking to pursue a career in education, educational administration or leadership, Franklin’s Doctor of Education in Instructional Design Leadership will equip you to design effective, transformative learning and instruction – even as technology and training needs and methodologies continue to evolve. Your doctorate in education in instructional design from Franklin also will prepare you to develop frameworks, apply research and design high-quality instruction that solves real-world challenges.

Curriculum & Instruction

Develop the expertise needed for an instructional design career that includes developing student-centric learning experiences, creating professional development opportunities for faculty, and influencing educational policy making.

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Educational Technology

Prepare yourself to lead the way designing and developing training materials and resources for a career outside the traditional classroom – including launching your own ed-tech organization or consultancy.

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Future Start Dates

Start dates for individual programs may vary and are subject to change. Please request free information & speak with an admission advisor for the latest program start dates.

Your Best Value Doctor of Education in Instructional Design (Ed.D.-IDL)

Choose Franklin's Ed.D. in Instructional Design Leadership and get an applied doctorate that fits your budget and your ambition.

Finish Formula

3
YEARS TO COMPLETE

2 years of coursework + 1 year for the dissertation.

Transfer MORE Credits, Pay LESS tuition*

$42,636
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$62,084
Max Transfer Credits
Avg Transfer Credits
*$748 per credit, 90 Total Credits, 33 maximum transfer credits, 7 average transfer credits.

Tuition estimate based on average or max transfer credits; actual costs may vary. Note: 90 credit hours include 60 doctoral and 30 master’s credits.

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$67,320
Total Tuition
(After Partner Discount)

Highly Recommended

98%
STUDENT SATISFACTION

98% of graduating students would recommend Franklin to their family, friends and/or colleagues.

Source: Franklin University, Office of Career Development Student Satisfaction Survey (Summer 2023)

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Ed.D. Faculty Support

Be mentored + guided by doctoral faculty advisor from first term through candidacy. 

Non-Profit = Student Focused

Unlike for-profit universities, Franklin invests in student success, not shareholder gain.

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