Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Policy and Organizational Studies 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
18,216
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Doctor of Philosophy in Policy and Organizational Studies equips students for research-focused careers in academia or other professional environments within education policy or organizational development. This curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches while leveraging Temple University's distinctive qualities as a diverse urban university committed to socially conscious, community-engaged scholarship. The 48-credit post-master's program offers comprehensive training in theoretical frameworks and research methodologies, with specialized tracks in three key areas: Adult and Organizational Development, Higher Education, and Urban Education. Designed as a four-year program, it enables students to master change management in educational and organizational systems while pursuing their academic passions. Temple's College of Education and Human Development offers this interdisciplinary PhD with concentrations that allow students to engage with social justice principles and develop expertise in social science and policy analysis. The program strengthens research capabilities through extensive methodology coursework covering both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Students enhance their foundational knowledge while specializing in their chosen field, benefiting from Temple's location within Philadelphia's vibrant, diverse communities. Practical learning opportunities include research and teaching apprenticeships across the city's extensive network of educational institutions. Detailed curriculum information is available for each concentration.
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 address the following questions:
How have your personal, academic, and professional experiences shaped your research interests, and how might a doctoral program in Policy and Organizational Studies help you explore those interests?
What academic and professional goals would the program help you to achieve upon graduating?
How does the doctoral program at Temple fit your individual interests, needs, and future goals and which faculty member's research best matches your own interests?
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.
Writing Sample: The academic writing sample should be a paper written for a class within the last five years. If a recent paper is not available, the applicant should compose an op-ed piece on an educational issue of her/his choosing.
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 address the following questions:
How have your personal, academic, and professional experiences shaped your research interests, and how might a doctoral program in Policy and Organizational Studies help you explore those interests?
What academic and professional goals would the program help you to achieve upon graduating?
How does the doctoral program at Temple fit your individual interests, needs, and future goals and which faculty member's research best matches your own interests?
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.
Writing Sample: The academic writing sample should be a paper written for a class within the last five years. If a recent paper is not available, the applicant should compose an op-ed piece on an educational issue of her/his choosing.
Tuition
USD
18,216