Education: Curriculum and Instruction Specialization - PhD

The School of Teacher Education and Leadership (TEAL), in the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services (CEHS), offers a doctoral program to earn a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Education specializing in Curriculum& Instruction (C& I). The C& I specialization prepares graduates for leadership, teaching, and research positions in curriculum and instruction.

Faculty: Faculty are listed with affiliated concentration areas

Degrees offered: Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD)

Graduate specialization: Curriculum and Instruction

For admission information, contact: Dean, School of Graduate Studies, Utah State University, 0900 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322-0900; telephone (435) 797-1189; FAX (435) 797-1192; or visit: http://www.usu.edu/graduateschool/

To be evaluated against established criteria, students must submit to the School of Graduate Studies at Utah State University an Application for Admission along with the following:

1. A copy of transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate credits from all colleges or universities attended. An average grade of B (3.0) or better is required during the last two years of undergraduate work and for all graduate work.

2. Three letters of recommendation (required). At least two of these letters should come from individuals who can evaluate the student’s academic abilities. All letters should address the student’s potential for successful graduate study.

3. Documentation of a master’s degree in education or a closely related field.

4. Statement of purpose essay (500 words).

5. Curriculum vitae.

Applicants to the Curriculum and Instruction doctoral degree program must have two years of teaching experience.