The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is a research focused degree and is tailored to the individual. Each candidate works closely with an adviser to develop an integrated course of study reflecting his or her goals in the area of special education. All doctoral students have the opportunity to be involved in research, university teaching, and service to the field of special education during their doctoral studies. Doctoral students typically complete the program in four to five years of full-time resident study.
Who should apply
Graduate level students who want to:
September 2025
College of Education
1310 S. Sixth Street,
CHAMPAIGN,
Illinois,
61820, United States
Applicants must have earned at least a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college in the United States or a comparable degree from a recognized institution of higher learning abroad. A grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (A=4.0), or comparable GPA for an international applicant, for last two years of undergraduate study is a minimum requirement for admission.
English Language Requirements:
TOEFL iBT - 79-102
TOEFL CBT - 213-253
TOEFL PBT - 550-610
IELTS (academic exam) - 6.5-7.0
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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