Trident Online Ed.D. Included on Princeton Review 2026 List

We are honored to share that Trident's Online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program has been included on The Princeton Review's 2026 Best Online Doctor of Education Programs list. The listing reflects institutional data and student survey responses evaluated as part of the organization's annual education school rankings.

"Inclusion on The Princeton Review's list for 2025 and now again in 2026 is incredibly exciting for our University," said university president Sunitha Araamudhu. "It reflects our continued focus on serving working professionals through structured, research-informed doctoral study."

Below are the details for this year's list:

• Listing: Best Online Doctor of Education Programs, 2026
• Source: The Princeton Review
• Accreditation: Trident is part of the American InterContinental University System, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org)
• Program page: Doctor of Education in Leadership

About Trident's Online Ed.D.

Trident's Doctor of Education in Leadership is designed for working professionals who are interested in exploring leadership roles within educational systems, corporate training environments, nonprofit organizations and public-sector settings.

The program focuses on:

• Applied research and dissertation development
• Leadership within educational organizations
• Policy analysis and ethical decision-making
• Data-informed approaches to educational challenges

Courses are delivered fully online using Trident's proprietary EdActive^™ Learning Approach. This structured model integrates discussion, research and written analysis to encourage thoughtful engagement and reflection. For many professionals, this format can provide an opportunity to pursue doctoral study while continuing to serve in their current roles.

Key Facts at a Glance

Trident's Doctor of Education in Leadership is delivered 100% online, allowing students to engage in coursework and research from a variety of locations.

Credit hour requirements are outlined on the official Doctor of Education in Leadership degree program page, where you can review the most current curriculum details. The degree program offers multiple start opportunities throughout the year, and time to completion varies based on enrollment status, course load and dissertation progress.

Transfer credit is also considered on an individual basis.

What This Means for Prospective Ed.D. Students

So what might this listing mean for you? While third-party listings are just one part of your research process, they can offer additional perspective as you evaluate programs.

As you think about your next steps, you might consider:

• Support for working professionals: Online delivery may support those balancing academic study with career and personal commitments
• Accreditation: Trident is a member of the American InterContinental University System. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Structured learning environment: The EdActive™ Learning Approach is designed to encourage applied research and analytical writing
• Flexibility: Students can participate from various geographic locations
• Affordability considerations: Tuition information and financial aid options are available for those who qualify

If you would like to explore curriculum details, admission requirements or dissertation expectations, visit the Doctor of Education in Leadership program page to learn more.

From The Princeton Review. ^© 2026 TPR Education. All rights reserved. Used under license.

Sources:

The Princeton Review. (2026). Best Online Doctor of Education Programs. Retrieved from https://www.princetonreview.com/education-school-rankings?rankings=best-online-doctor-education-programs&page=3

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From The Princeton Review. ^© 2026 TPR Education. All rights reserved. Used under license.