Overview

Within the Education, Development and Community Engagement Graduate Program, we develop the capacity of people to be positive agents of change in their communities. We do this through applied research and comprehensive education, so that knowledge is translated into action.

Careers

The EDCE graduate program at Pennsylvania State University prepares graduates for employment in college and university programs, non-formal educational settings (e.g., family and youth programming), state-level administration, local-level administration, private industry, and international education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Leadership Development
Youth Civic Development
Communication Methods and Media
Leadership Practices: Power, Influences, and Impact
Program Design and Delivery
Program Development and Evaluation in Youth, Families and Communities
Volunteer Program Management
Teaching and Learning in Agricultural Science
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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

University Park, United States

Disciplines

Education Community Development View 24 other PhDs in Community Development in United States

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Academic requirements

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must submit a two-to three-page letter of introduction in which they describe their professional experience and education and delineate their career goals. A current résumé is also required.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are required for application. The GRE score is one of several variables taken into consideration for offers of admission to the EDCE graduate program.
Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended must be submitted. Applicants must provide evidence of either a baccalaureate or a master’s degree in the agricultural sciences, human sciences, or related area.
Three Letters of Reference.
A minimum of two years of appropriate professional experience is required either prior to admission or before the degree is awarded. An interview with the graduate faculty is recommended of all applicants prior to admission into a doctoral program.

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Tuition Fee

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International

44996 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 44996 USD per year during 96 months.
National

44996 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 44996 USD per year during 96 months.
In-State

25456 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 25456 USD per year during 96 months.

Living costs for University Park

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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