Program Overview

Doctoral Degree (PhD) in Education Sciences

Overview

The Doctoral Degree in Education Sciences is designed for students who are passionate about advancing educational practices through research, policy, and innovation, with a focus on improving learning outcomes across diverse settings. This program prepares graduates for careers as university professors, educational researchers, policy analysts, or leaders in educational administration, equipping them to drive change in K-12 education, higher education, and educational technology.

Program Overview

Graduates of the program are prepared to meet the growing national need for educators who are well trained in methodological issues in education research. This Ph.D. program prepares individuals who will have careers in research universities, educational research labs and corporations, and research groups within education agencies. Students choose from a specialty area to customize their degree to their area of interest within education.

Specialty Areas Available within the Education Sciences PhD Program

• Curriculum and Instruction
• Educational Leadership Studies (Fully Online Only)
• Educational Evaluation and Policy
• Educational Policy Studies: Philosophical and Cultural Inquiry
• Health Education
• Physical Education (Fully Online Only)
• Quantitative and Psychometric Methods
• STEM education

Credential and Tuition

• Credential: PhD
• Tuition / Credit Hour:
  • Resident: $825.50
  • Non-Resident: $2,060.50
• Cost of Attendance: Available
• Online Option: Available

Admission Requirements

Please refer to the Graduate School's Admission Requirements for general guidelines. Program-specific requirements may also apply.

Application Requirements

Application requirements for the Graduate School apply. Program-specific requirements may also be applicable.

Application Deadlines

Domestic

• Fall: 07/24/2026
• Spring: 12/12/2025

International

• Fall: 04/15/2026
• Spring: 09/15/2025

Funding Opportunities

As a graduate student, there are additional opportunities for student funding, including assistantships and fellowships. These opportunities can be tied to the program’s availability, so students should inquire with their program director about opportunities available within their program.

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