HRED-PHD - Higher Education, Ph.D.

To be considered for admission, students must submit their admissions application before July 1.

Statement of intent (1-2 pages) detailing intended enrollment, autobiographical statement, educational and professional goals, and area of interest for future research;

Two letters of recommendation that speak to the individual’s scholarly aptitude and capability, particularly with respect to graduate-level work;

Academic transcripts from all institutions attended;

An academic writing sample that demonstrates excellent scholarly writing ability (applicant must be sole author);

3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA):

• Based on the applicant’s GPA in the last graduate degree or the last 60 hours of undergraduate work (for those with an undergraduate degree only);

• From a recognized baccalaureate, graduate, or professional degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an international equivalent based on a four-year curriculum.

Professional Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume

An interview at the discretion of the Higher Education Ph.D. application review committee.