Ypsilanti,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Educational Studies in Ypsilanti United States | Eastern Michigan University
Eastern Michigan University
|
Ypsilanti United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
22,898
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies equips educators from diverse community settings—including K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and other organizations—to conduct meaningful research and implement effective teaching practices. This program offers two main specializations: one focused on training educators for K-12 students and another dedicated to preparing instructors for college-level learners. Rooted in strong theoretical foundations and evidence-based methodologies, the curriculum aligns with the University's strategic priorities. A key program focus examines poverty and its distinct effects on urban, suburban, and rural populations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale, or 3.0 in the last half of the undergraduate program. Conditional admission may be available to applicants not meeting minimum admission requirements.
Completing a master's or specialist's degree from an accredited university with at least a 3.3 GPA.
A resume reflecting professional experience, community engagement, scholarly activity, and other evidence supports this application.
A personal statement (maximum of 350 words) explaining how the focus of the doctoral program in Educational Studies would support the applicant's professional goals.
A critical/analytic essay (current APA style, up to 750 words, excluding references) that meets the following content guidelines and format (see rubric). The committee uses this formal writing assessment to assess your writing skills.
Identify and unpack a substantive issue in urban education. Choose an issue that interests you one that may be part of your research agenda as a doctoral student.
Critically appraise the issue, demonstrating your ability to explore multiple perspectives using research literature and/or theoretical literature.
Include a discussion section demonstrating your understanding of how the issue relates to urban education, advocacy, and leadership.
Professional letters of recommendation and Recommendation for Admission forms from three (3) people who have supervised you in a professional role or evaluated your academic work. Letters from peers or colleagues are inappropriate. Please share the link to the Recommendation for Admission form with each recommender, as this will not be included in the email they receive from GradCAS.
TOEFL- 79 iBT
IELTS- 6.5
Completing a master's or specialist's degree from an accredited university with at least a 3.3 GPA.
A resume reflecting professional experience, community engagement, scholarly activity, and other evidence supports this application.
A personal statement (maximum of 350 words) explaining how the focus of the doctoral program in Educational Studies would support the applicant's professional goals.
A critical/analytic essay (current APA style, up to 750 words, excluding references) that meets the following content guidelines and format (see rubric). The committee uses this formal writing assessment to assess your writing skills.
Identify and unpack a substantive issue in urban education. Choose an issue that interests you one that may be part of your research agenda as a doctoral student.
Critically appraise the issue, demonstrating your ability to explore multiple perspectives using research literature and/or theoretical literature.
Include a discussion section demonstrating your understanding of how the issue relates to urban education, advocacy, and leadership.
Professional letters of recommendation and Recommendation for Admission forms from three (3) people who have supervised you in a professional role or evaluated your academic work. Letters from peers or colleagues are inappropriate. Please share the link to the Recommendation for Admission form with each recommender, as this will not be included in the email they receive from GradCAS.
TOEFL- 79 iBT
IELTS- 6.5
Tuition
USD
22,898