Raleigh,
NC,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Teacher Education and Learning Sciences- Literacy and English Language Arts Education (LELA) in Raleigh United States | North Carolina State University
North Carolina State University
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Raleigh United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
29,433
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The doctoral program in Literacy and English Language Arts Education caters to professionals focused on literacy studies, reading instruction, digital literacies, and English education research. This advanced degree equips graduates for careers as university faculty, educational researchers, or leadership positions in K-12 systems, government agencies, or private education organizations. Applicants should possess substantial experience in these subject areas and demonstrate commitment to pioneering research. The curriculum emphasizes independent scholarship, encouraging candidates to explore resources beyond assigned coursework. Throughout their studies, doctoral students progressively transition from learners to research partners under faculty mentorship, developing increasing autonomy in their academic work.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
3.0 grade point average or higher at the Master's level
Completed application to the NC State Graduate School
Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and related health, economic, and social challenges, GRE test scores are waived for applicants applying for all graduate programs in the College of Education for the 2021-2022 admissions cycle. Read more about this decision.
35 years teaching experience at the K12 level in literacy, reading, English language arts or related areas (preferred)
Three Letters of Recommendation
Statement of Purpose, including research interest
Writing Sample (Master's thesis if applicable)
IELTS Academic-6.5 or higher (minimum of 6.5 in each sub score), Provide Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a total score of at least 80 on the Internet-based Test (iBT), and with minimum test scores for each section of: Listening 18 points, Reading 18 points, Writing 18 points, Speaking 18 points for admission , Toefl paper-based test requires a score of 550 or higher (with scores of 50 on at least two of the three sections and no section score below 45).
3.0 grade point average or higher at the Master's level
Completed application to the NC State Graduate School
Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and related health, economic, and social challenges, GRE test scores are waived for applicants applying for all graduate programs in the College of Education for the 2021-2022 admissions cycle. Read more about this decision.
35 years teaching experience at the K12 level in literacy, reading, English language arts or related areas (preferred)
Three Letters of Recommendation
Statement of Purpose, including research interest
Writing Sample (Master's thesis if applicable)
IELTS Academic-6.5 or higher (minimum of 6.5 in each sub score), Provide Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a total score of at least 80 on the Internet-based Test (iBT), and with minimum test scores for each section of: Listening 18 points, Reading 18 points, Writing 18 points, Speaking 18 points for admission , Toefl paper-based test requires a score of 550 or higher (with scores of 50 on at least two of the three sections and no section score below 45).
Tuition
USD
29,433