Los Angeles,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Special Education in Los Angeles United States | California State University, Los Angeles
California State University, Los Angeles
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Los Angeles United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,966
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
A joint doctoral program in Special Education, provided through a collaboration between UCLA and Cal State LA, leverages the distinct strengths of both universities. This curriculum equips students for roles in special education teacher training or leadership positions within the discipline. It centers on disability-related topics in special education, with an emphasis on educator preparation, theoretical frameworks, teaching methodologies, and investigative studies. Alumni are qualified for academic positions where they'll oversee teacher training programs, conduct research, and engage in scholarly activities concerning special education and disabilities. The program awards a Ph.D. in special education, mandating students to develop comprehensive expertise in the field while allowing specialization in areas such as: early childhood education, learning disorders, emotional and behavioral challenges, cognitive disabilities, significant impairments, physical and health-related conditions, vision impairments, cultural and language diversity, and adult transition programs. The degree necessitates core studies in special education, supplementary coursework in related disciplines, and studies in an external complementary field. Specialized courses and research seminars provide technical expertise within the chosen concentration.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Completion of a Master's degree in Special Education or a related field.
An undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 and a minimum graduate grade point average of 3.4.
The potential to perform research as demonstrated in evidence submitted to the special education joint doctoral program committee.
At least three years successful professional experience, such as teaching, with individuals with disabilities (if an exception is made at the time of admission, the requirement must be completed prior to advancement to candidacy).
Three letters of recommendation, preferably two of which should be written by faculty from whom the student has taken graduate work.
Applicants may be asked to participate in an oral interview as part of the screening process.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)- 80 ibT or higher, 550 pbt
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)- Band 6.0 or higher
An undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 and a minimum graduate grade point average of 3.4.
The potential to perform research as demonstrated in evidence submitted to the special education joint doctoral program committee.
At least three years successful professional experience, such as teaching, with individuals with disabilities (if an exception is made at the time of admission, the requirement must be completed prior to advancement to candidacy).
Three letters of recommendation, preferably two of which should be written by faculty from whom the student has taken graduate work.
Applicants may be asked to participate in an oral interview as part of the screening process.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)- 80 ibT or higher, 550 pbt
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)- Band 6.0 or higher
Tuition
USD
18,966