East Lansing,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Measurement and Quantitative Methods in East Lansing United States | Michigan State University
Michigan State University
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East Lansing United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
31,257
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The PhD program in measurement and quantitative methods prepares students to create and study assessment techniques and analytical approaches, while also training future specialists in implementing these methodologies. Program graduates frequently teach educational measurement, statistics, and program evaluation courses at higher education institutions, while also conducting research on measurement and quantitative challenges. Many alumni assume leadership roles in educational institutions, government bodies, and organizations focused on educational assessment, statistical analysis, and program evaluation. Throughout the program, participants gain expertise in research data analysis, with hands-on experience in study design, research implementation, and consultation on experimental design, statistical analysis, and assessment. The curriculum also enables students to create and validate innovative statistical and psychometric models for application in educational studies and behavioral science research.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All Official Transcripts. TOEFL PBT - 550. TOEFL IBT - 80. IELTS - 6.5.
Factors considered in admissions decisions include:
Clarity of applicant's professional goals and interests as stated in the personal statement
Fit between the program and the applicant's goals and interests as stated in the personal statement
Previous academic experience and performance as indicated by official undergraduate transcripts (and graduate transcripts, as relevant)
Scores on the Graduate Record Examination General Test (and TOEFL, for international students)
Recommendations from individuals who know the applicant with special emphasis on those who are familiar with the candidate's scholarly work or relevant work experience.
Department Application and Program Information These forms can be downloaded in DOC or PDF format from the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education's website: http://www.education.msu.edu/cepse.
Letters of Recommendation Three (3) letters of recommendation should be submitted on letterhead stationery of the recommender's school, organization, or company. The recommendation form provided in the graduate application is not necessary.
Goals Statement The goal statement format may be downloaded in DOC or PDF format.
Writing Sample Submit an example of academic or professional writing, e.g., a publication, Master's thesis, or paper submitted to fulfill graduate course requirements. The applicant must have authored the sample exclusively. The purpose of the writing sample is to demonstrate a candidate's ability to write the analytical English prose that is such a central component of advanced graduate study.
University Transcripts One official transcript copy from all previous institutions attended should be provided. These transcripts must be sent directly from each institution, please contact the Registrar's Office at the institutions you attended for the appropriate procedures and fee information.
Curriculum Vitae or R'sum List professional education, experience, awards, honors, publications, presentations, professional affiliations, and professional development activities.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) The Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical portions of the GRE should be submitted.
Factors considered in admissions decisions include:
Clarity of applicant's professional goals and interests as stated in the personal statement
Fit between the program and the applicant's goals and interests as stated in the personal statement
Previous academic experience and performance as indicated by official undergraduate transcripts (and graduate transcripts, as relevant)
Scores on the Graduate Record Examination General Test (and TOEFL, for international students)
Recommendations from individuals who know the applicant with special emphasis on those who are familiar with the candidate's scholarly work or relevant work experience.
Department Application and Program Information These forms can be downloaded in DOC or PDF format from the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education's website: http://www.education.msu.edu/cepse.
Letters of Recommendation Three (3) letters of recommendation should be submitted on letterhead stationery of the recommender's school, organization, or company. The recommendation form provided in the graduate application is not necessary.
Goals Statement The goal statement format may be downloaded in DOC or PDF format.
Writing Sample Submit an example of academic or professional writing, e.g., a publication, Master's thesis, or paper submitted to fulfill graduate course requirements. The applicant must have authored the sample exclusively. The purpose of the writing sample is to demonstrate a candidate's ability to write the analytical English prose that is such a central component of advanced graduate study.
University Transcripts One official transcript copy from all previous institutions attended should be provided. These transcripts must be sent directly from each institution, please contact the Registrar's Office at the institutions you attended for the appropriate procedures and fee information.
Curriculum Vitae or R'sum List professional education, experience, awards, honors, publications, presentations, professional affiliations, and professional development activities.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) The Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical portions of the GRE should be submitted.
Tuition
USD
31,257