About the course

The Educational Psychology doctoral program with an emphasis in Special Education (SPED) is a full-time course of study that prepares students for academic positions in universities and research institutions. The program offers challenging coursework grounded in the field’s most current evidence and the latest advancements in research methodologies. Doctoral students receive valuable research and teaching competencies that provide a competitive advantage upon graduation. All courses are designed to develop a strong background in research.

　　Our program consists of extensive coursework in cutting-edge research design and statistical methodologies. Students receive specialized coursework in special education practices and related issues. Additional core competencies are designed to enhance student competence in grant writing, research and college teaching.

　　Faculty research projects are supported by external funding sources from a number of federal, state and local entities. The array of research projects within the program provides opportunities for doctoral students to collaborate and gain valuable grant management and collaborative research experience. Students also have opportunity to conduct their own original research through coursework and present at national conferences, as well as publish in high-quality journals. 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: 4 Year(s)Fees: US$72,336

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	College Station
Summer (May), 2024	College Station
Fall (August), 2024	College Station
Spring (January), 2025	College Station
Summer (May), 2025	College Station
Fall (August), 2025	College Station
Spring (January), 2026	College Station
Summer (May), 2026	College Station

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Texas A and M University - College Station

Submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended to Office of Graduate Admissions.

　　Bachelor or Master’s degree in a related area (e.g., special education, curriculum and instruction, bilingual education, psychology)

　　English Proficiency:

　　a TOEFL score of at least 80 on TOEFL iBT (550 paper-based), or

　　an IELTS score of at least 6.0

　　a GRE Verbal Reasoning score of at least 146 (400 on the old scale), or

　　a GMAT Verbal score of at least 22

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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