Educational Technology Ph.D.
The Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Technology provides a terminal degree in instructional design and technologies that culminates in a dissertation of original research in the field. Graduates work in a variety of learning contexts (K-12, higher education, military training, business/organizational, and international settings) as researchers, consultants, and scholars. The doctoral program uses a community of scholars’ model of interaction among the students and the faculty members. Students are viewed as developing colleagues with progressively higher levels of responsibility as they move through the program. Cooperative research and other scholarly projects are encourages among faculty members and students. The program is designed to be rigorous but practical.
The doctoral faculty in the department review applications in both fall and spring semesters. The deadline for fall applications in November 1; the deadline for spring applications is March 1. Applications require a two-page statement of career goals, three letters of reference, and transcripts from previous undergraduate and graduate work. The statement of career goals should specifically address how this degree program will assist the candidate in furthering his/her skills and knowledge and applying them in the future. The applicant must also complete a short interview scheduled with the doctoral faculty. The interview may be conducted face to face, by telephone, or by video conference.
Interviews generally take place on to two weeks after the application deadline and final decisions are made shortly after that. Major delays usually occur due to incomplete applications or insufficient information. International students are encouraged to apply early in order to be able to handle passport, visa, etc. issues in a timely manner. Potential students with limited English abilities are encourage to examine the application options available through the University’s Center for International Education. In many cases, students may be admitted to an academic program, but begin their studies in the Intensive English Program.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Educational Technology Ph.D.
Educational Technology Doctoral Minor