PhD in Education of Students with Exceptionalities in Atlanta United States | Georgia State University

The doctoral program in education for students with exceptionalities prepares you to take on leadership roles in special education. You'll gain expertise in conducting rigorous research while drawing from your professional background in the field. This program equips you to mentor aspiring educators and develop the competencies required for academic careers involving research, instruction, and grant development. Graduates emerge prepared for leadership positions in universities, as well as community, state, and national organizations. The Ph.D. specialization in Education of Students with Exceptionalities develops advanced capabilities for teaching, conducting research, securing funding, and leading initiatives across various educational settings. Our curriculum cultivates deep expertise in specific special education domains while ensuring comprehensive understanding of the field, along with mastery of research methodologies.

Student progress is continually assessed across all academic activities. Those who don't maintain satisfactory progress or exhibit unprofessional behavior may face course dismissal or program termination. In such cases, students receive a failing grade and may lose eligibility to retake the course.