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Earn an EdD in Cyber Science and lead the advancement of technology and cybersecurity in higher education.

The Doctor of Education (EdD) degree in Cyber Science merges the field of cyber with aspects of STEM education, computer science, networking, and information technology, giving graduates depth to their cyber knowledge and how it can be applied to the academic platform. Students in this program will learn educational leadership skills that can be leveraged within a wide range of industries worldwide, including higher education, that are in need of experienced cyber professionals.

The EdD in Cyber Science is for current or experienced professionals in a field related to cyber, computer science, or technology management. Students will pursue a deep proficiency in this area using interdisciplinary methodologies, cutting-edge courses, and dynamic faculty. Graduates will contribute significantly to the Cyber Science field through the creation of new knowledge and ideas, and will quickly develop the skills to engage in leadership, research, and publishing. 

As your EdD progresses, you will move through a series of progression points and review stages by your academic supervisor. This ensures that you are engaged in research that will lead to the production of a high-quality dissertation thesis and/or publications, and that you are on track to complete this in the time available. Following submission of your EdD Thesis or accepted three academic journal articles, you will have an oral presentation assessed by an external expert in your field. 

Why Capitol?

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Expert guidance in doctoral research

Capitol’s doctoral programs are supervised by faculty with extensive experience in chairing doctoral dissertations and mentoring students as they launch their academic careers. You’ll receive the guidance you need to successfully complete your doctoral research project and build credentials and network in the field. 

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Proven academic excellence

Study at a university that specializes in industry-focused education in technology-based fields, nationally recognized for academic excellence in our programs. 

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Program is 100% online

Our doctoral programs are offered 100% online, with no on-campus classes or residencies required, allowing you the flexibility needed to balance your studies and career.

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Career Opportunities

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Market demand for cyber science expertise

Graduates will contribute significantly to the rapidly growing cyber science field through the creation of new knowledge and ideas, and will be prepared for in-demand roles in higher education.

Degree Details


This program may be completed with a minimum of 60 credit hours, but may require additional credit hours, depending on the time required to complete the dissertation/publication research. Students who are not prepared to defend after completion of the 60 credits will be required to enroll in RSC-899, a one-credit, eight-week continuation course. Students are required to be continuously enrolled/registered in the RSC-899 course until they successfully complete their dissertation defense/exegesis.

The student will produce, present, and defend a doctoral dissertation after receiving the required approvals from the student’s Committee and the PhD Review Boards.

Prior Achieved Credits May Be Accepted


Tuition & Fees

Tuition rates are subject to change.

The following rates are in effect for the 2024-2025 academic year, beginning in Fall 2024 and continuing through Summer 2025:

  • The application fee is $100
  • The per-credit charge for doctorate courses is $950. This is the same for in-state and out-of-state students.
  • Retired military receive a $50 per credit hour tuition discount
  • Active duty military receive a $100 per credit hour tuition discount for doctorate level coursework.
  • Information technology fee $40 per credit hour.
  • High School and Community College full-time faculty and full-time staff receive a 20% discount on tuition for doctoral programs.

Find additional information for 2024-2025 doctorate tuition and fees.


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