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Overview
We examine the roles of social forces such as race, class, gender, (im)migration and economic restructuring in shaping differential trajectories and outcomes for varying learning communities. Students are trained in multiple theoretical and methodological traditions to conduct critical educational research across a wide range of settings.
Why Educational Culture, Policy and Society (ECPS) at University at Buffalo?
The features of our Educational Culture, Policy and Society program include:
- learning how to conceptualize, conduct, analyze and communicate scholarly research
- opportunity to pursue research design certificates as part of your coursework, including certificates in applied statistical analysis, international education data analysis and qualitative research methods
- providing professional development workshops to enhance your research capabilities and facilitate transition from coursework to dissertation and the job market
- receiving individualized attention from a core group of highly accomplished research-focused faculty members
- researching underserved populations (related to gender, national origin, race/ethnicity, second language and socioeconomic status) in educational and social environments nationally and cross-nationally
- valuing mixed methods research (quantitative and qualitative) in the service of broad-based research projects, with you gaining in-depth expertise in one methodology and fluency in the other methodology
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Comparative and Global Studies in Education
- Education and Globalization
- Sociological Bases in Education
- Education and Socialization
- Education and Social Stratification
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Writing Dissertation Proposals
- Guidance of the Project
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 55
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
72 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Social Work Public Policy Educational Psychology View 43 other PhDs in Public Policy in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
GMAT Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 55
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
Admission requirements vary by program, but here we provide some general graduate admission requirements. Once you've read these general requirements, please contact your desired department for specific advice and details on submitting your application and documents.
To be eligible for graduate study at UB, we expect:
- A B-grade or higher
- Appropriate standardized test scores (DAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MAT, MCAT, PCAT, etc.). Not all programs require test scores. See the official academic test scores section below for more information.
- Letters of recommendation.
- An internship or relevant work experience (for some programs).
Tuition Fee
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International
11550 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11550 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
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In-State
5655 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5655 USD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Fairfax
1330 - 2300 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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