About the course

Research from the interdisciplinary field of developmental science, which examines the biopsychosocial mechanisms that underlie typical and atypical development, is changing our understanding of human growth, language, and development. These discoveries have enormous implications for the development of children with and at-risk for disabilities. The Special Education Doctoral program prepares individuals determined to transform educational and social institutions into inclusive environments through relevant and rigorous research in order to improve the lives of all persons with disabilities. Included in the course sequence are leadership, policy and research courses, as well as foundational courses in brain development from early childhood through adulthood. Students will study structural and functional changes in the brain, examine cognitive processing, and consider the implications of those findings for teaching, learning, and educational policy. Graduates will leave prepared to have an impact through leadership in academic settings, research communities, policy institutions, and advocacy organizations. 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
Summer (May), 2024	Washington, DC
Fall (August), 2024	Washington, DC
Summer (May), 2025	Washington, DC
Fall (August), 2025	Washington, DC
Summer (May), 2026	Washington, DC

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for George Washington University

Two (2) recommendations

　　Prerequisites:Master's Degree

　　Academic IELTS: an overall band score of 6.0 with no individual score below 5.0.

　　TOEFL: 550 on paper-based or 80 on Internet-based test.

　　Statement of Purpose

　　2 Letters of Recommendation (must be academic)

　　Transcripts (unofficial)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

　　Book IELTS

　　About IELTS

　　Practice and prepare

　　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 George Washington University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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