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The Doctor of Philosophy in mathematics education emphasizes K-12 math curriculum development, instructional methods, and educational research. This program typically covers:
Training for academic roles in higher education mathematics departments.
Leadership opportunities in school district curriculum design and oversight.
Assessment-focused careers within educational organizations.
Most candidates for admission will have completed a master’s degree in mathematics or mathematics education and have classroom teaching experience. Candidates must have a mathematics background at least equivalent to that provided by the secondary mathematics teaching major at Western Michigan University.
Minimum English proficiency test scores:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 80 iBT
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: 6.5
Pearson Test of English, Academic Module (PTE): 54
Michigan English Test (MET): 57
Application deadlines:
Fall: April 1; Spring: August 1