Key Information
Duration
- Full-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before December 2026
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 90
Credits
72 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Charlottesville, United States
Disciplines
- Language Studies
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Overview
This is a research-based, full-time English Education program offered at the University of Virginia.
Features
- This is a research-based, full-time program that is offered in Charlottesville only.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- This program requires a minimum of 72 credits, at least 54 of which must be coursework.
- Course requirements include concentration area courses, research methodology courses, and up to 3 credits of research apprenticeship per semester; it does not include internship and dissertation credits.
- At least 36 course and apprenticeship credits must be completed after admission to the program.
- Students can apply up to 12 credits of dissertation work towards the total of 72.
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: 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- Beyond the requirements for admission to any Ph.D. program, entrance to this area of study requires a relevant master’s degree.
- Additionally, applicants must also have a minimum of three years of teaching experience
- Students for whom English is not their first language must also submit official TOEFL or IELTS scores.
- Applicants must provide both a goal statement (2 pages) and a writing sample (10-15 pages).
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International — 48,761 AUD / year (approx. 34,302 USD / year)
- Out-of-State — 48,761 AUD / year (approx. 34,302 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State) — 29,113 AUD / year (approx. 20,480 USD / year)
Living costs
Charlottesville, United States — 1,407-2,274 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships opportunities for English Education are available.
