Overview

Coursework emphasizes research and theory including in-depth exploration of an academic discipline which is typically selected outside the School of Education.

Features

The Higher Education program at Indiana University Bloomington has relatively few required courses, allowing you more freedom to specialize in areas of interest. There is also a strong set of inquiry (methodology) courses required. A strong background in inquiry is essential for careers in institutional research, policy analysis, or as faculty.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Pro Seminar in Higher Education

Higher Education in the United States

Higher Education Organization and Administration

Topical Seminar

Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-10 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bloomington, United States

Disciplines

Higher Education View 82 other PhDs in Higher Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Minimum graduate GPA of 3.50 out of 4.00Completed online application that includes:

Personal statement

Resume (required from international students only)

Two letters of recommendation

Minimum 79 TOEFL score or minimum 6.5 IELTS score or minimum 115 Duolingo score (international students only)

Writing sample

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Tuition Fee

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International

30748 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30748 USD per year during 84 months.
National

30748 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 30748 USD per year during 84 months.
In-State

10766 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10766 USD per year during 84 months.

Living costs for Bloomington

1071 - 1733 USD /month

Living costs

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