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Doctor of Evaluation Practice
The Doctor of Evaluation Practice (D.Eval) program is designed to meet the critical demand for skilled evaluators who can address pressing societal issues in industries like education, public health, healthcare, human services, philanthropic foundations, community-based non-profits, technology, organizational development, international development, and government. Created for working professionals, the D.Eval program integrates evaluation theory and practice with data analytics, communication, leadership, and project management to prepare you for high level roles in evaluation firms, evaluation departments in foundations and other large organizations, state/local governments, and non-profit or for-profit organizations.
Our D.Eval program prepares you to stand out in your field with hands-on projects, collaboration with industry professionals, and an emphasis on cultural responsivity and ethical leadership. This degree builds on our long tradition of high-quality evaluation training, integrating theory, practice, and data analytics that are most relevant for today’s evaluation landscape. You will be trained as a scholar-practitioner that applies research to real-world programs that seek to transform society for the better.
Graduates of this program will be ready to excel in diverse sectors including education, healthcare, government, non-profit and for-profit organizations, international development, and as independent evaluation consultants, addressing critical societal challenges through impactful evaluation practice. Common job titles may include Director of Program Evaluation, Director of Research & Evaluation, Director of Organizational Learning, Chief Impact Officer, Government Researcher, International Development Evaluator, and Evaluation Consultant.
Our D.Eval program is designed for:
72 units
required units
Doctor of Evaluation Practice
degree awarded
Online
modality
Fall
program start
3 years | full time*
estimated completion time
4-6 years | part time
estimated completion time
Dean, School of Social Science, Policy & Evaluation
Full Research Professor
Research Interests
Educational Program Evaluation, K–12 Educational Curricula, Comprehensive School Reform
Distinguished University Professor
Executive Director, Claremont Evaluation Center
Executive Director, The Evaluators' Institute (TEI)
Research Interests
Positive Organizational Psychology, Health/Well-Being & Positive Functioning Across Cultures, Program Design & Re-Design, Culturally Responsive Theory-Driven Measurement & Evaluation
Associate Professor of Evaluation Practice
Research Interests
Positive youth development, evaluation capacity building, evaluation use, continuous quality improvement, expanded learning programs
Adjunct Professor, Visiting Scholar, and Research Fellow
Research Interests
Educational evaluation, medical education, higher education, empowerment evaluation, ethnography, tobacco prevention, tuberculosis elimination, social justice, gifted, migrant, and dropout prevention programs; homelessness, substance abuse prevention
Assistant Professor
Research Interests
Social justice, positive organizational psychology, psychological capital, DEI, evaluation training
The D.Eval curriculum integrates the highest level of training in evaluation with transdisciplinary courses in consulting, interpersonal communication, and project management. The coursework builds on the practical evaluation modules and workshops offered through The Evaluator’s Institute at CGU, a leading provider of professional training and certificates in evaluation.
Additionally, you will create a practice-based portfolio to showcase your skills through hands-on projects like conference presentations and training workshops.
The D.Eval program culminates in a personalized capstone dissertation, typically from an area of interest in your professional field, that develops critical thinking, meta-evaluation, and systematic integration skills.
You will create a practice-based portfolio to showcase your skills through hands-on projects like conference presentations and training workshops.
The D.Eval program culminates in a personalized capstone dissertation, typically from an area of interest in your professional field, that develops critical thinking, meta-evaluation, and systematic integration skills.
University Requirements | |
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Application Fee | $80 (fee is non-refundable) |
Official Transcripts | Undergraduate/graduate Applicants must submit a sealed, official transcript from every undergraduate and graduate institution that has granted the applicant a degree. Electronic transcripts sent to admissions@cgu.edu are also accepted. For undergraduate coursework, applicants are required to submit proof of a completed bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Unofficial copies of transcripts are accepted for review purposes, but official copies will be required upon admission. Applicants currently earning a degree that will be completed prior to attending CGU are required to submit a transcript showing work in progress for evaluation purposes. Once the degree has been granted, a final official transcript documenting the degree conferred must be submitted to CGU. International applicants are advised to review the International Transcript Guidelines for additional information on submitting international transcripts. |
English Proficiency Exam | Required (international applicants only) A valid score on one of the following examinations TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson PTE, Duolingo English Test is required of all non-native English-speaking applicants. The examination is not required for the following applicants:
CGU’s school code for the TOEFL exam is 4053. International applicants are encouraged to visit our International Applicants page for more information, including score requirements. |
Resume | Applicants must submit an up-to-date copy of their resume. |
Program Requirements | |
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Statement of Purpose | Please submit a 2-3 page statement of purpose that details your academic and/or professional achievements, your specific areas of research interest within your desired field of study, why you are a strong candidate for graduate studies at CGU, and your career goals. |
Academic Prerequisites | Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s level degree preferred, especially in Public Policy, Economics, MAP, JD, etc. |
Letter of Recommendation | 2 letters required When filling out the online application, please enter references acquainted with your potential for success who will submit a written recommendation on your behalf. In most academic departments, references from faculty members who can speak to your academic ability are preferred; applicants with substantial work experience may request professional references. Please do not enter family members as references. You will be required to input information for your recommenders (whether they are submitting online or not) in the “Recommendations” section of the online application. Please follow the directions in this section carefully before clicking on “Recommendation Provider List” to input the names and contact information for each recommender. You will have an opportunity to indicate if the reference writer will be submitting online. These reference writers will receive an email from CGU with instructions on submitting an online recommendation. Recommenders who are indicated as offline will not receive an email from CGU with instructions to submit. These reference writers can submit via traditional mail and should use the supplemental New Student Recommendation Form. Recommenders can also email their letter of recommendation to the Office of Admissions at admissions@cgu.edu. |
(3) years of work experience is preferred.
CGU operates on a priority deadline cycle. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit complete applications by the priority dates in order to assure maximum consideration for both admission and fellowships.
Once the priority deadlines have passed, the University will continue to review applications for qualified candidates on a competitive, space-available basis. The final deadlines listed are the last date the University can accept an application in order to allow sufficient time to complete the admissions, financial aid, and other enrollment processes.
Fall 2025
Priority Deadline – February 1, 2025
Final Deadline (International) – July 5, 2025
Final Deadline (Domestic) – August 1, 2025
Classes begin – August 25, 2025
Program | 72 units |
Tuition per unit* | $2,020 |
*Based on 2024-2025 tuition rates.
STUDENT FEES (PER SEMESTER)
$245 Student Fee |
$150 Technology Fee |
International Student Services Fee*: $661 fall semester, $776 spring semester **Applies to all international students (F-1 visa only) who are registered in coursework, doctoral study, or continuous registration. The fee is assessed each fall and spring semester for annual ISO accident and sickness plans and administrative fees. Subject to change. |
For estimates of room & board, books, etc., please download CGU’s Cost of Attendance 2024-2025.