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ONLINE PROGRAMS
A Jesuit education is prestigious.
Rockhurst University’s online programs are guided by our Jesuit values of learning, leadership and service. We’ll prepare you to meet the needs of diverse populations through rigorous academics, rich and varied experiences, and a spirit of inquiry and reflection.
Since 1910, we have welcomed students of all faith traditions. Today, we welcome you to review our online programs, so you can determine which degree or certification best suits your needs and aligns with your goals. When you join Rockhurst, you join a diverse community united in a commitment to cultivating a just, inclusive and sustainable future.
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CCNE accredited
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CAEP accredited
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Saint Luke's
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Programs for Master's Degree Holders
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Online Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership
Online Ed.D. in Education and Leadership - Organizational Leadership
Build a career as a strategic and ethical leader with an influential voice in your industry and inspire others to create meaningful change in your organization.
- 2 years to complete
- 1 capstone project - no dissertation required
- Master’s degree in any field OR completion of 33 graduate credits
- 3.0 GPA
- 2 letters of recommendation (professional)
- Personal statement
- Research statement
- Resume
- Transcripts from all universities attended
(Evaluations for international transcripts are required. WES and others are accepted.)
- 45 credit hours
- $832 per credit hour
- 6 semesters/2 years
- 3 start dates per year
- Justice, Belonging and Community Change Graduate Certificate option available
- 100% online
- Spring 2026 start date: January 12, 2026
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Online Ed.D. in K-12 Leadership
Online Ed.D. in Education and Leadership - K-12 Leadership
Develop your leadership, advocacy and decision-making skills to bring a modern approach to your community’s primary and secondary educational systems.
- 2 years to complete
- 1 capstone project - no dissertation required
- Master’s degree in any field OR completion of 33 graduate credits
- 3.0 GPA
- 2 letters of recommendation (professional)
- Personal statement
- Research statement
- Resume
- Transcripts from all universities attended (Evaluations for international transcripts are required. WES and others are accepted.)
- 45 credit hours
- $832 per credit hour
- 6 semesters/2 years
- 3 start dates per year
- Justice, Belonging and Community Change Graduate Certificate or STEAM certificate options available
- Spring 2026 start date: January 12, 2026
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Online Ed.D. in Health Care Education
Online Ed.D. in Education and Leadership - Health Care Education
Leverage your professional health care experience to address the educator shortage and prepare a new generation of health care practitioners in your field.
- 2 years to complete
- 1 capstone project - no dissertation required
- Master’s degree in any field OR completion of 33 graduate credits
- 3.0 GPA
- 2 letters of recommendation (professional)
- Personal statement
- Research statement
- Resume
- Transcripts from all universities attended
(Evaluations for international transcripts are required. WES and others are accepted.)
- 45 credit hours
- $832 per credit hour
- 6 semesters/2 years
- 3 start dates per year
- Justice, Belonging and Community Change Graduate Certificate or Medical Spanish certificate options available
- Spring 2026 start date: January 12, 2026
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Online Ed.D. in Higher Education
Online Ed.D. in Education and Leadership - Higher Education
Transition your career and become an educator at the university level with skills in curriculum design, higher education systems, and modern technologies.
- 2 years to complete
- 1 capstone project - no dissertation required
- Master’s degree in any field OR completion of 33 graduate credits
- 3.0 GPA
- 2 letters of recommendation (professional)
- Personal statement
- Research statement
- Resume
- Transcripts from all universities attended
(Evaluations for international transcripts are required. WES and others are accepted.)
- 45 credit hours
- $832 per credit hour
- 6 semesters/2 years
- 3 start dates per year
- Justice, Belonging and Community Change Graduate Certificate option available
- Spring 2026 start date: January 12, 2026
