Header 1Ed.D. Career Paths Post 1Positions for which an Ed.D. is highly advantageous include, but are not limited to:School, district or program administratorPlan, direct or coordinate the academic, administrative or auxiliary activities of public or private elementary or secondary level schools.Estimated annual earning potential: $80,000 - $90,000College administratorPlan, direct or coordinate the academic, administrative or auxiliary activities of public or private colleges and universities.Estimated annual earning potential: $90,000 - $100,000College professorInstruct college students in a variety of academic and vocational subjects. Expectations to conduct research and publish scholarly papers are strongly encouraged.Estimated annual earning potential: $80,000 - $90,000Social and community service managerCoordinate and supervise social service programs and community organizations. Direct and lead staff who provide social services to the public.Estimated annual earning potential: $55,000 - $65,000Preschool and childcare center administratorPlan, direct and coordinate the academic and nonacademic activities of preschool and childcare centers or programs. Estimated annual earning potential: $50,000 - $55,000*Information gathered via payscale.com and bls.gov