Learn Boldly. Live to Inspire.

Texas Lutheran University has been shaping leaders who serve since 1891. At TLU, faculty, students and staff come together in a vibrant, diverse learning community where all can grow as individuals and commit to serving our community, our nation and our world.

We are proud to be a Lutheran institution of higher learning where students of all faiths and beliefs are welcome and inclusivity is embraced.

We challenge our students to become self-reliant learners who have the resources and information to thrive in today’s rapidly changing world.

If you value hard work, intellectual growth and involvement as a professional, choose TLU.

An Academic Experience that Challenges, Inspires and Prepares You

As a Texas Lutheran University Ed.D. student, you will:

  • Gain a depth of knowledge in your field of study through rigorous academic research and inquiry.
  • Become capable of critically examining issues, applying what you learn and clearly communicating what you know.
  • Feel encouraged to act personally and professionally with a sense of deep moral purpose and obligation to serve others.
  • Demonstrate the hallmarks of TLU graduates: competence shaped by learning; compassion shaped by moral integrity.

An Institution Recognized for Quality, Value and Community Service

TLU’s commitment to excellence has received recognition from a wide variety of publications and institutions. TLU is recognized for the quality and value we provide students, the working environment we offer academic faculty and staff, and the way we give back to our community.

Recent accolades include:

  • 2023 U.S. News & World Report: #2 “Best Value” and #5 “Best Colleges” in the Western Region. TLU has featured in the top 5 colleges for “Best Value” for eight consecutive years.
  • 2023 U.S. News & World Report top 20 for Social Mobility in the Western Region. TLU has appeared in this category for four years.
  • The Princeton Review: 2023 “Best in the West.”
  • Great Colleges to Work For® by Modern Think® 2012 to 2020.

A Diverse Community of Scholars

Texas Lutheran University is a gathering place for students, instructors and staff from 23 states, eight foreign countries and all faith backgrounds. We are proud to be designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education with over 40% of our student body identifying as Hispanic,

In addition, more than 50% of our students (and many of our faculty and staff) are first-generation college students: the first in their immediate families to pursue higher education.

Begin Your Journey at Texas Lutheran University

Take the next steps on your path to becoming a more impactful leader. Contact us today for more information about our Ed.D. program.