UI&U Doctor of Education
Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar & Term-Based Program

The academic year for the UI&U Ed.D. program is 12 months. The academic year is divided into two six-month terms. Each doctoral learner’s academic year is based on his or her start date (initial academic residency). Learners register for specific learning activities each term based on program requirements. Full-time enrollment status is defined as registering for nine or more credit hours per term.

Minimum/Maximum Program Length

Union Institute & University defines the minimum amount of time for a learner to complete and earn a doctoral degree as three academic years of full-time enrollment (36 months). The 36-month time in program length will be not compromised. The Ed.D. degree program is 66 credit hours. Any learning activities in addition to the required 66 credit hours do not bear credit. The maximum amount of time allotted for a learner to earn a doctoral degree is seven (7) years from the date of first enrollment in the program. Learners who do not complete the degree requirements within the seven-year time frame will be subject to academic dismissal from the program.