Denton,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Special Education in Denton United States | University of North Texas
University of North Texas
|
Denton United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,820
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
Earning a PhD in Special Education offers distinctive advantages, including: Engaging in community-focused initiatives, Connecting with experts across special education and related fields, and Collaborating in cross-disciplinary research. The challenging program combines structured classes, self-directed learning, field placements, and thesis work. Throughout your studies, you can select specialized courses in areas like autism support, emotional/behavioral challenges, or learning disabilities. Practical teaching or relevant professional experience is also incorporated before graduation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Submission of official GRE scores is required: verbal, quantitative and analytical writing sections. The department views high GRE scores as positive indicators of potential success in the programs, within a competitive holistic framework for evaluating the applicants. Applicants are encouraged to aim for at least the 50th percentile in all three sections. GRE scores must be sent electronically from ETS, institutional code 6481. Applicants must submit scores that are less than five years old, with exceptions for those who have a completed master's degree from UNT. Resources can be found at www.ets.org, as well as study materials in most book stores. Current UNT students can also participate in exam preparation workshops through the Learning Center.
Three or more written letters of recommendation. These letters should be sent from the reference, signed and on official letterhead. Academic references are strongly preferred and should be in an appropriate position to make recommendation (current or former advisor or professor, school administrator). Professionally applicable sources are accepted, but are not preferred. These letters should address potential as a graduate student, include references to how applicant will benefit from the graduate program in future professional roles, provide evidence of the applicant's reading, critical thinking, writing and mathematical skills, and attest to applicant's professional and academic skills.
A professional resume that delineates previous work, educational experiences, membership and involvement in professional organizations, and scholarly activities. Resume should support potential for strong performance as a graduate student.
A professional statement (13 pages), stating your goals and rationale for applying to the desired degree program and concentration area. In this statement, you may include a brief description of your career experiences (teaching, working with special populations, etc.), and explain how they are linked to your educational aspirations. Also, if you have any research and/or evaluation experiences, please summarize these and relate them to your degree and concentration. Your personal statement should be well articulated and demonstrate professional writing quality (formal, accurate grammar and spelling).
All departmental application materials, including official GRE scores, must be received within two months of the submitted online application.
All departmental admission decisions are based on a holistic review of the applicant's submitted materials, including GPA, GRE scores, etc. Applicants that are strong in all areas will have first priority of admission.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100
Three or more written letters of recommendation. These letters should be sent from the reference, signed and on official letterhead. Academic references are strongly preferred and should be in an appropriate position to make recommendation (current or former advisor or professor, school administrator). Professionally applicable sources are accepted, but are not preferred. These letters should address potential as a graduate student, include references to how applicant will benefit from the graduate program in future professional roles, provide evidence of the applicant's reading, critical thinking, writing and mathematical skills, and attest to applicant's professional and academic skills.
A professional resume that delineates previous work, educational experiences, membership and involvement in professional organizations, and scholarly activities. Resume should support potential for strong performance as a graduate student.
A professional statement (13 pages), stating your goals and rationale for applying to the desired degree program and concentration area. In this statement, you may include a brief description of your career experiences (teaching, working with special populations, etc.), and explain how they are linked to your educational aspirations. Also, if you have any research and/or evaluation experiences, please summarize these and relate them to your degree and concentration. Your personal statement should be well articulated and demonstrate professional writing quality (formal, accurate grammar and spelling).
All departmental application materials, including official GRE scores, must be received within two months of the submitted online application.
All departmental admission decisions are based on a holistic review of the applicant's submitted materials, including GPA, GRE scores, etc. Applicants that are strong in all areas will have first priority of admission.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100
Tuition
USD
27,820