PhD in Education, Culture, and Society in Philadelphia United States | University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 41,544
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The Ph.D. in Education, Culture, and Society offers an intensive theoretical and methodological foundation for examining education through social, cultural, political, and ethical lenses. With a curriculum grounded in social theory and qualitative research approaches, the program encourages students to critically analyze and advance research on learning environments within and beyond traditional educational settings. This doctoral program investigates educational systems and practices, emphasizing their societal, cultural, political, and ethical aspects. Through research and instruction, the program challenges conventional assumptions about humanity and social structures that shape educational discourse, aiming to provide more effective solutions to educational challenges.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Admission to Penn GSE requires satisfactory completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited U.S. university or its equivalent prior to your matriculation into any program.

A strong command of the English language is necessary for successful study at Penn. Applicants whose families do not speak English at home, or applicants who have not attended a high school or secondary school where the primary language of instruction is English, are asked to take the TOEFL, the Test of English as a Foreign Language, administered by the Educational Testing Service. In the event the TOEFL is not readily accessible, Penn will accept results from the IELTS, the International English Language Testing System.

Tuition USD 41,544

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