Doctor of Education in Kinesiology

The Doctor of Education in Kinesiology Online (Ed.D.) at UNC Greensboro is a cohort-based four-year program designed for practicing professionals who have a minimum of three years of experience in kinesiology or related fields. Ed.D. students are focused on professional scholarship and practice in leadership, advocacy, and teaching. Our students address current issues in the field from an applied, interdisciplinary perspective with the goal of becoming action-oriented leaders in kinesiology. Our students, faculty, graduates and others form a community of scholars who positively impact their local communities.

For over a century, the Department of Kinesiology has been a cornerstone department of the University. Beginning as the Department of Physiology and Physical Culture in the Women’s College in 1892, the department took the progressive view that women should be physically active to improve their health and wellness. As the department evolved and grew with the university, our name changed, but our mission to promote education in and instruction of physical health remains at our core.

DOCTOR OF EDUCATION IN KINESIOLOGY Program Distinctions

• The online Doctor of Education in Kinesiology at UNCG was the first online Doctor of Education in Kinesiology and is one of only two in the country.
• The doctoral programs in Kinesiology at UNCG are ranked #15 by the National Academy of Kinesiology.
• Online since 2014, the EdD in Kinesiology program has a history of developing high quality graduates who make an impact in the field.

The KINESIOLOGY, ED.D Student Experience

• The four-year online degree program is cohort-based and requires students to complete a total of 48 credit hours, including the dissertation. View the full program brochure.
• Professional learning communities support academic and professional growth throughout the program.
• Three required campus visits foster collaboration and community in cohorts.

“The EdD in Kinesiology Online Doctoral program is built on a foundation of trust through relationship building, teamwork, discipline, and professionalism. The time spent struggling and succeeding with my fellow students provided real-life teaching faculty, senior administrator touchpoints that will propel me into further professional growth the next 15 years of my career in government service.” – Dr. Jason S., Alumni

“I expected a singular online experience and was pleasantly surprised in finding out the purposefulness of building relationships throughout the program.  The feedback gained from the instructors, my peers, and committee have been priceless.”  – Dr. Kara S., Alumni 

“The skills and confidence I gained throughout the EdD program enabled me to deliver more educational sessions at conferences and in classrooms. This allowed me to network and gain experience to feel well qualified for this position” – Dr. Chris C., Alumni

After GraduatiNG WITH YOUR ED.D IN KINESIOLOGY

Our Ed.D. students are a diverse group of professionals working in a variety of positions: University faculty and administrators, public school teachers, coaches and athletic trainers, physical therapists, wellness directors, sports medicine directors/clinic owners, health promotion managers, and sport psychology consultants.

“Earning my EdD in Kinesiology was truly transformative— not just for my career, but for my perspective on leadership and wellness.”  – Kristi W., Alumni 

“…completely changed and enhanced the way I thought, processed, evaluated and communicated as a professional and as a human…This program is transformative and the relationships and network that you gain is second to none.” – Jen C., Alumni 

Read more about our amazing students and alumni by visiting our EdD in KIN Stories webpage. Here are two great stories that feature our alumni and provide insight into how the program has contributed to their professional success.  

• Alumni Advancing Programs at UNCC Story 

• Two Grads, One City: New Roles 

Apply to THE DOCTOR OF EDUCATION IN KINESIOLOGY Program

• Applicants must hold a master’s level degree and have a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Kinesiology or related fields to be accepted into the program.
• Required application materials include:
• Graduate School Online Application
• Official Transcripts
• Recommendation Letters
• Ed.D. in Kinesiology Supplemental Application
  • Resume/CV
  • Professional Goal Statement
• Learn more about UNCG online degree applications here.

GRE scores are no longer required.