PhD in Curriculum and Instruction - Social Studies Education in Gainesville United States | University of Florida

University of Florida | Gainesville United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 30,134
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The School of Teaching & Learning offers advanced graduate programs in Curriculum & Instruction that develop skilled educators, researchers, and academic leaders through a challenging curriculum blending theory with practical application. The Ph.D. program equips graduates for faculty positions and leadership roles in higher education, combining structured coursework, research initiatives, and teaching opportunities to build essential competencies for academic excellence. Faculty members guide students through four scholarly dimensions: Application, Discovery, Integration, and Teaching, while learners participate in research, instruction, service, and practical projects to master these areas. Specialized concentrations within the Curriculum & Instruction Ph.D. enable students to pursue focused academic and professional development.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Admission standards are set by the Graduate School of the University of Florida, the College of Education, the School of Teaching & Learning, and the program area to which you are applying. This web page provides you with the Graduate School, College of Education, and School of Teaching & Learning minimums. You need to carefully check your program area web page to see the specific admission requirements for that area.
GPA: A minimum grade point average of 3.0 for all upper-division (last 60 credits) undergraduate work and previous graduate work
Recommendations: Three letters of recommendation from university faculty
Statement of Purpose: Explain why this degree would enable you to meet your career goals and how this specific doctoral program in the School of Teaching & Learning at UF enables you to best reach these goals.
Applicants with a bachelor's degree only, a minimum grade point average of B (3.0), calculated from all grades and credits after the semester where the applicant reached 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours is required.
Submit all transcripts from institutions of higher education to the UF Office of Admissions (P.O.Box 114000, 201 Criser Hall, Gainesville, FL 32611-4000, USA). These must be official copies from the institutions of higher education. If the original transcripts are not in English, you also need to send an English translation.
For international students: You may submit either TOEFL, IELTS, or MELAB scores. Here are the minimum scores considered for admissions: IELTS: 6, MELAB: 77, TOEFL (computer):213, TOEFL (Internet): 80, and TOEFL (paper-based): 550.
Submit an example of your academic writing. This could be several chapters from your master's thesis or several of your scholarly papers.
Submit a current curriculum vitae or resume.
Submit an application for a Doctoral Fellowship or STL Assistantship.
Explore financial aid options and apply for any appropriate for your situation.

Tuition USD 30,134

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