Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Language and Literacy Education (English Education) in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
|
Athens United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Advance your expertise as a literacy educator-scholar through our adaptable yet rigorous PhD program in Language and Literacy Education.
Forge strong mentorship connections with our distinguished faculty who will provide personalized support throughout your academic journey. Gain hands-on experience by collaborating on research initiatives, publishing scholarly works, presenting at global conferences, and instructing university-level courses.
UGA's English education program uniquely blends time-honored traditions with innovative approaches, combining theoretical foundations with practical applications in an intimate learning environment.
Program Advantages
Earn eligibility for advanced teaching certifications through the Georgia Professional Standards Commission
Collaborate with faculty recognized nationally and internationally for their excellence
Our graduates secure positions at leading universities nationwide
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants are required to submit official GRE scores. Miller Analogies Test (MAT) scores can be considered as well, but only if GRE scores are received. International applicants should submit official TOEFL or IELTS scores. While completing your Graduate School application, please include the following documents:
Current resume/CV
GRE or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) Please note: we can ONLY consider the MAT scores for PhD applicants if GRE scores are also received.
TOEFL or IELTS (for international applicants)
Statement of Purpose
Unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended
Three (3) letters of recommendation
Writing sample of no more than 20 pages
Please indicate in your statement of purpose which area of emphasis below you intend to pursue for the PhD program (i.e. English Education, RWCLDL, or World Language Education and TESOL).
Funding consideration will be given to students who apply for Fall by January 1st. Fall is the only admissions term in which funding is awarded each year.
For International residents, you must take the GRE and TOEFL, or the IELTS. We require the following scores:
GRE Verbal score of 154 or higher
TOEFL: at least a score of 100 with a minimum score of 25 in speaking and a 25 in writing
IELTS: at least a score of 7 with a minimum score of 6.5 in speaking and a 6.5 in writing
For international residents, you must also demonstrate proficiency with two languages with two languages as evidenced by
A bachelor's degree in English linguistics and literature,
A master's degree where English was the medium of instruction
We recommend an undergraduate GPA of a 3.0 or higher
We recommend at least two years teaching experience
Current resume/CV
GRE or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) Please note: we can ONLY consider the MAT scores for PhD applicants if GRE scores are also received.
TOEFL or IELTS (for international applicants)
Statement of Purpose
Unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended
Three (3) letters of recommendation
Writing sample of no more than 20 pages
Please indicate in your statement of purpose which area of emphasis below you intend to pursue for the PhD program (i.e. English Education, RWCLDL, or World Language Education and TESOL).
Funding consideration will be given to students who apply for Fall by January 1st. Fall is the only admissions term in which funding is awarded each year.
For International residents, you must take the GRE and TOEFL, or the IELTS. We require the following scores:
GRE Verbal score of 154 or higher
TOEFL: at least a score of 100 with a minimum score of 25 in speaking and a 25 in writing
IELTS: at least a score of 7 with a minimum score of 6.5 in speaking and a 6.5 in writing
For international residents, you must also demonstrate proficiency with two languages with two languages as evidenced by
A bachelor's degree in English linguistics and literature,
A master's degree where English was the medium of instruction
We recommend an undergraduate GPA of a 3.0 or higher
We recommend at least two years teaching experience
Tuition
USD
24,630