About the course

The doctor of education in special education prepares individuals to assume leadership roles in special education, serving as faculty in institutions of higher education, consultants to educational agencies, and administrators in special education programs. Graduates of WMU special education doctoral program are prepared to contribute to the knowledge and research base in education and to be discerning consumers of evidence-based practices in education.

　　This program is designed for students who have earned a masters degree in special education or related field and completed at least one endorsement in special education. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Kalamazoo
Spring (January), 2024	Kalamazoo
Summer (May), 2024	Kalamazoo
Summer (May), 2024	Kalamazoo
Summer (June), 2024	Kalamazoo
Fall (August), 2024	Kalamazoo
Spring (January), 2025	Kalamazoo
Summer (May), 2025	Kalamazoo
Summer (June), 2025	Kalamazoo
Fall (August), 2025	Kalamazoo
Spring (January), 2026	Kalamazoo
Summer (May), 2026	Kalamazoo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Western Michigan University

A student admitted to the doctoral program with more than 20 hours of graduate study must request status as an applicant after completing one full semester of graduate work at WMU or forty (40) semester hours of graduate work, whichever comes first.

　　Criteria for being awarded status as an applicant include:

　　An overall grade point average of at least 3.25 in all graduate work completed.

　　Commitment to a specific degree program.

　　A decision by the department that the student should be permitted to continue study toward a doctoral degree.

　　Have completed a minimum of two years of successful professional experience in education or an allied field, one of which must have been with persons with disabilities. Applicants seeking leadership positions in public school administration should have at least three years of professional experience with students with disabilities.

　　Complete the departmental application to the doctoral program:

　　Provide a letter of intent to enter the doctoral program.

　　Provide a resume including personal information and background data: Applicants should include a detailed description of past professional experiences and responsibilities. Applicants may also include other background and personal information they wish to bring to the attention of the Department.

　　Provide goals and objectives: Applicants should indicate reasons for wishing to pursue doctoral study and should identify professional aspirations for the future.

　　Provide a tentative time schedule: Applicants should list approximate dates for entering and concluding the program and make specific reference to the date full-time residency will be initiated. (See GPH)

　　Attain a minimum score at the 50th percentile on the Graduate Record Examination. TOEFL Score: 80 iBT, 550 PBT and above. IELTS Score: 6.5 and above

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Western Michigan University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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