Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- the typical student is expected to complete the program in three to four years
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Application deadline not specified.
Language
English — TOEFL iBT: 80
Credits
37 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- University Park, United States
Disciplines
Education
Overview
Become a transformational leader in education with this Education program at Pennsylvania State University
- Lead small- and large-scale change and innovation with knowledge, tools, and a strategic mindset.
- Advocate for equitable learning outcomes for children, youths, families, and adults.
- Advance a culture of educational excellence by supporting lifelong learning within and across educational sectors.
- Address problems of practice with an interdisciplinary focus to identify, develop, and implement practicable solutions.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Education Research
- Global Trends in Education Culture
- Educational Research Design
- Program Evaluation
- Quantitative Data Analysis Workshop
- Qualitative Data Analysis and Design
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
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants are expected to hold a master's degree in education or closely related and relevant field (30 credits minimum) and to have completed at least three years of professional practice.
- Applicants are required to submit an application through the Graduate School that includes a program-specific essay describing the student's interest in the program, three letters of academic and/or professional reference, and TOEFL/IELTS scores.
- Applicants are required to have demonstrated strong performance in their previous graduate programs based on their master's transcripts.
- Admitted students may be required to take additional course work as recommended at the time of admission.
- Students will provide a brief essay (up to 1,500 words) describing how their professional trajectory informs their academic goals.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 18,150 AUD / year (≈ 12,925 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 18,150 AUD / year (≈ 12,925 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 18,150 AUD / year (≈ 12,925 USD / year)
Living costs
University Park, United States — 1,404-2,106 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
PhD scholarship opportunities are available for Education. You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
