Doctor of Philosophy in Postsecondary Student Success in Learning, Literacy, and Mathematics - Developmental Mathematics (with bachelors degree)

The program effects change in the areas of developmental literacy, developmental mathematics and leaning support. As the first doctorate of philosophy (Ph.D.) and one of three doctorates of education (Ed.D.) programs in postsecondary student success in learning, literacy, and mathematics in the country, the program fills a crucial need for innovative research in a field that serves students underprepared for postsecondary education by valuing social, cultural and critical perspectives.
The doctoral program in postsecondary student success in learning, literacy, and mathematics prepares future scholars, researchers, leaders, administrators, instructors and practitioners in the field of developmental education.
Both rigorous and supportive, the program aims to advance theory, research and practice in multiple areas of developmental education - including developmental literacy, developmental mathematics and learning support - by actively engaging students in teaching, scholarship and professional service. In this multidisciplinary program, the faculty, staff and students work collaboratively across various academic disciplines, diverse communities and geographic boundaries.
The doctoral program prepares graduates for a wide variety of careers. The Ph.D. is designed for students planning careers as researchers, faculty and scholars who will build a strong research and theoretical base for developmental education. The Ed.D. is designed for students planning careers as highly qualified program leaders, policymakers, researchers and practitioners who will advance developmental education in a variety of contexts.
The doctoral program in Postsecondary Student Success in Learning, Literacy, and Mathematics within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction prepares future scholars, researchers, leaders, administrators, instructors, and practitioners in the field of postsecondary student success. Both rigorous and supportive, the program aims to advance theory, research, and practice in multiple areas of postsecondary student success learning, literacy, and mathematics by actively engaging students in teaching, scholarship, and professional service. As a multidisciplinary program, the faculty, staff, and students work collaboratively across various academic disciplines, diverse communities, and geographic boundaries.

baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited university. Non-U.S. degrees must be equivalent to a four-year U.S. Bachelor's degree. In most cases, three-year degrees are not considered.
master's degree from a regionally accredited university or demonstrated success in graduate-level studies or professional experience in a field relevant to developmental education* (Non-U.S. degrees must be equivalent to a U.S. Master's degree. Master's degrees following a three-year Bachelor's degrees may not be equivalent, please contact Graduate Admissions if you are unsure.)
a copy of an official transcript from each institution where course credit was granted
minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in all completed graduate course work
*The developmental education doctorate (both Ph.D. and Ed.D. tracks) requires 96 semester credit hours for students admitted with a bachelor's degree. Students admitted with a bachelor's degree will follow the same program of study as students admitted with a master's degree (66 semester credit hours) but with an additional 30 semester credit hours of open electives.
GRE not required
resume/CV
statement of purpose (approximately 500-1000 words) demonstrating your research interest and goals as a developmental education professional and your potential to contribute to the advancement of scholarly work in the field of developmental education. A discussion of your relevant teaching, research, and/or policy experience should be included as well as clear evidence of your commitment to research and scholarship.
three letters of recommendation addressing your professional and academic background
interviews with the admissions committee will be arranged (following the initial screening using the admissions criteria) for qualified applicants

IELTS (academic) - overall scores required 6.5 and minimum individual module scores of 6.0
TOEFL iBT - overall scores required with a 78 overall and minimum individual module scores of (19 listening, 19 reading, 19 speaking, 18 writing)
official Duolingo scores required with a 110 overall
official TOEFL Essentials scores required with an 8.5 overall