Doctor of Philosophy in Learning Sciences and Human Development

Learning Sciences and Human Development centers on issues of culture, social justice, and equity in its approach to understanding learning and development. This program prepares you for research on how people learn and develop new forms of participation in the context of organizing more equitable social futures. The program centers issues of culture, social justice, and equity in its approach to understanding learning and development. You will learn how research can inform social change that can improve learning and teaching. Students are encouraged to participate in the International Society of the Learning Sciences, the American Educational Research and Association, and professional associations related to their areas of focus.

Applicants must:

Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, or have done work equivalent to that required for such a degree.

Show promise of ability to pursue advanced study and research, as judged by the student’s scholastic record.

Have adequate preparation to enter graduate study in the chosen field. Have at least a 2.75 (2.00=C) undergraduate grade point average.

All international applicants are required to meet a minimum standard of English proficiency.

Paper-Based TOEFL - 650

Internet Based TOEFL - 114

IELTS - 8.0