Applications for Cohort 5 will be

accepted January 2011!!

Would you like to pursue a doctoral degree wherever you may be?  It is possible if you seek a Doctor of Education in Agricultural Education through a joint program offered by Texas A&M University and Texas Tech University.

Program Overview

This unique, innovative, and first-of-its kind joint program was approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) in 2000 with the induction of 20 mid-career professionals from Texas. The second induction in 2004 was 14 mid-career professionals from 5 states: Arizona, Indiana, Montana, Nevada, and Texas. Graduates are in a variety of instructional, supervisory, and administrative positions across the education and training professions.

The joint faculty is a team of 16 faculty members who hold their original academic appointment at Texas A&M University and Texas Tech University. Each faculty member brings expertise and experience that will enhance your academic and professional career.

Program Delivery

The program utilizes a variety of delivery methods with primary tools being Blackboard (a virtual learning environment used to access course material) and Interactive Video Conferencing (ITV). Students will either have at least one live course delivered via interactive video and one asynchronous course each semester or both courses online during the first two years of the program. In addition, the cohort will work together on a regular basis including face-to-face meetings at campus and professional locations.

Program Expectations

Admission reviews take place every two years. Applications for the fourth cohort are currently closed. The next cohort review process will begin January 1, 2011, for Fall 2011 admission. In order for you to prepare for this experience and complete this degree program, both institutions have outlined specific expectations. Applicants will be expected to make adjustments in their lives to fulfill the requirements for this program.

Technology Requirements

Interested individuals must have the hardware and software skill set as well as access to the appropriate technology to complete the degree. An applicant's ability to connect to the program's various technology systems will be tested prior to granting final admission to the program. Securing the state-of-the-art distance education connections is the responsibility of the student. Instate students will have access to the Trans Texas Video Network (http://ttvn.tamu.edu) and/or TTU NET (http://www.net.ttu.edu/services/default.htm) distance education facilities with prior arrangement.

The Costs

Costs continue to change. In 2008-09, the tuition and fee costs were approximately $580 per semester hour for Texas residents ($37,120 projected for the 64 credit hour minimum program) and approximately $925 per semester hour for non-resident students ($59,200 projected for the 64 credit hour minimum program). Please note these fees are only an estimate and are subject to change based on university policy. For more accurate amounts, you must contact each institutions financial services.

                       Texas A&M University                                         Texas Tech University

The goal of the joint graduate faculty is to provide access to a high quality doctoral degree using eLearning technologies at an affordable cost. Additional expenses are incurred for educational materials, access to broadband Internet connections, and necessary travel. Financial aid information is available at Texas Financial Aid Information Center. All costs are in US dollars. 

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