Overview
Education is viewed as a way to develop the capabilities of individuals, communities, nations, and the world, and to build institutions that support educational improvement and the common good.
Features
The aims of the Comparative and International Education PhD at George Washington University are to:
- Use multiple modes of scholarly inquiry to conduct rigorous research and develop new theory related to problems that require the integration of multiple disciplines and fields of study, in which education and/or human development play a major role.
- Build theoretical and conceptual foundations of key fields of study within the larger domain of education and human development.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Education
- Doctor of Philosophy Seminar in Education Research
- Dissertation Research
- Special Topics
- Social Theory in Comparative and International Education
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
General requirements
- Prerequisite: Master’s degree in a field relevant to teaching and learning
- Curriculum Vitae
- Transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities
- Statement of Purpose
- 3 Letters of Recommendation, with one preferred from a professor in the applicant’s Master’s degree program
- Interview with Faculty: Interviews may be required. Applicants should be prepared to discuss the alignment of their research interests with those of the program faculty.
- Writing Sample
Fees and funding
Living costs
Washington, D. C., United States
2,394-4,178 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships