The Ph.D. CUI degree program is designed for self-directed working adults. It is a research-heavy program which allows students to tailor their own research path under the guidance of a mentor and advisor. The CUI program provides depth of theoretical knowledge coupled with depth of different genres of research to support students' interest in relation to each of the program specialties. The rigor of the program combined with opportunities to collaborate with faculty and other stakeholders on research projects and scholarly work, prepare students for leadership roles in their chosen fields of study.
Career fields
Candidates are prepared to become educational leaders, educational research scholars, community advocates, and overall experts and leaders in the specialty areas studied. As such, program graduates are expected to contribute to higher education institutions, educational research labs, policy centers, state departments, and school districts through meaningful research, public policy, and curriculum/instructional development.
The program also prepares graduates to become administrators and leaders for community service/non-government organizations and government agencies that plan and provide informal educational services to adults, children and youth including YMCA, Boys and Girls clubs, parks and recreation among others.
Programme Structure
Specialty Areas:
- Reading and Literacy
- Science Education
- Mathematics Education
- Elementary and Early Childhood Education
- Educational Administration
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 95
Other requirements
General requirements
- Have a minimum grade point average of 2.75 on a (4.0 GPA scale) at the undergraduate level from a regionally accredited college/university.
- Submit a minimum score of 146 on the verbal and 140 on the quantitative portions of the GRE (if required). Together the combined score must be a minimum of 286. Some programs may require higher GRE scores. MBA students are required to attain a minimum GMAT score of 350.
- Hold a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Meet all program specific requirements.
Tuition Fees
Living costs
Abbeville, United States
1,270-1,975 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
