Overview

Theory and evidence about reading, writing, and oral language development, particularly for students in urban contexts. At the New York University we offer a Literacy Education degree.

Features

Each step in the process of conducting relevant and rigorous research – from articulating research questions through designing and conducting empirical studies to disseminating results.

Qualitative and quantitative methodologies and how to apply them to research in literacy education.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Minimum credit requirements and some specific coursework requirements range from 48 to 60 credits, depending on program, focus area, and prior coursework completed.

Nonetheless, all doctoral students in Teaching and Learning must complete the following common, core minimum requirements (which count toward those credit totals).

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

54 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Literacy Education View 31 other PhDs in Literacy Education in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

You are required to upload a copy of your most recent résumé or curriculum vitae as part of your application.

You are required to upload a typed, double-spaced, two- to three-page statement explaining your purpose in undertaking graduate study in this particular program as part of your application. This is your opportunity to introduce yourself and to inform the admissions committee about your goals, interests, and career plans as they relate to your intended academic pursuits.

As part of your application, you are are required to submit an academic writing sample - a course paper or its equivalent - that demonstrates your writing and analytic abilities. The sample should be no more than 20 pages and does not need to display a knowledge of teaching and learning.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

24537 USD / year

≈ 24537 USD / year
Out-of-State

24537 USD / year

≈ 24537 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

24537 USD / year

≈ 24537 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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