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Many students earn their doctorate in Social and Cultural Foundations to pursue academic careers as college or university professors, while others use this degree to launch new professional paths or enhance current roles across diverse educational settings. These may include K-12 policy advocacy, teaching in primary and secondary schools, or involvement with educational foundations and social justice initiatives. Regardless of their career direction, University of Washington doctoral candidates in Social and Cultural Foundations anchor their studies in either Historical or Philosophical disciplines.
Master's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
Minimum GPA of 3.00 for the most recent 90 (60 semester) credits
English Proficiency:
The Graduate School is temporarily accepting official test scores for both the Duolingo English Test and the TOEFL ITP Plus For China to assist international students with remote testing options. This policy is currently in effect through the autumn 2021 admission cycle (i.e., students enrolling in autumn 2021).
TOEFL iBT - Minimum Required Score (ELP Required): 80; Recommended Score (ELP Satisfied): 92 or higher
TOEFL pBT - Minimum Required Score: 500
Duolingo: Minimum Required Score (ELP Required): 105; Recommended Score (ELP Satisfied): 120 or higher
IELTS: Minimum Required Score 6.5