Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Education in Educational Psychology in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,288
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The interdisciplinary PhD program in Education, specializing in Educational Psychology, aims to deepen knowledge about learning, cognition, and human development as they relate to educational systems and methodologies. This Educational Psychology focus emphasizes rigorous theoretical foundations, research-driven approaches, the connection between theory and application, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and community engagement. Tailored for aspiring university professors and research scholars, the curriculum focuses on three core domains: learning and cognitive processes, motivational studies, and applied research methods with data analysis. Pursue doctoral expertise in your chosen specialization through Temple University's College of Education and Human Development. Join a doctoral program committed to community-engaged, student-centered, and equity-focused academic inquiry. Participate in meaningful interdisciplinary dialogues with faculty and peers about essential issues in pedagogy and learning. Leverage Temple's prime location in Philadelphia's culturally rich urban environment and the College's extensive partnerships with school districts and educational organizations. Collaborate intensively with faculty advisors to refine your research capabilities and teaching techniques while absorbing cutting-edge knowledge from experts. Cultivate the skills necessary to generate original contributions to your discipline. Experience an interdisciplinary academic journey through coursework that spans multiple specialty areas.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Master's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: Students who hold a master's degree in a related field may transfer in up to 30 credits as advanced standing, with approval.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A bachelor's degree is required. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is expected.
International applicants should also submit an official document that validates completion and conferral of a degree, diploma, and/or certificate. While not required, international applicants are encouraged to submit transcript(s) to the World Education Services (WES) for evaluation.
Statement of Goals: Using autobiographical style, explain your interest in pursuing a doctoral degree in education. The statement should outline the following:
A research project you would like to pursue while at Temple,
Why the project is of interest to you, and
How the project is of scholastic importance.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Official scores are required to be reported from the test taken no more than 5 years prior to submitting an application.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 100
IELTS Academic: 7.0
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A bachelor's degree is required. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is expected.
International applicants should also submit an official document that validates completion and conferral of a degree, diploma, and/or certificate. While not required, international applicants are encouraged to submit transcript(s) to the World Education Services (WES) for evaluation.
Statement of Goals: Using autobiographical style, explain your interest in pursuing a doctoral degree in education. The statement should outline the following:
A research project you would like to pursue while at Temple,
Why the project is of interest to you, and
How the project is of scholastic importance.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Official scores are required to be reported from the test taken no more than 5 years prior to submitting an application.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 100
IELTS Academic: 7.0
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Tuition
USD
24,288