How to Become a Professor

Thinking of applying for an academic role? Find out what type of professor you wish to become. Learn more about the requirements for Ed.D. faculty jobs—you can skip to your chosen title to find specific info on each position (e.g. Professor of Higher Education). Dig into recent data on professor salaries in education fields and discover which positions pay the most. Or use our step-by-step guide on how to become a professor to plan your career path.