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Reading and Literacy Ed Prospective Students Doctorate Degree

Doctorate Degree

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Unlock your potential as a leader in educational technology with our Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, focusing on Reading & Literacy Education. Our campus-based program is meticulously crafted to shape the next generation of field leaders, offering a transformative journey where academic rigor meets innovation.

Program Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) is a research degree granted on evidence that the candidate has been successfully enculturated into the community of scholars in a specific field and is capable of independent investigation that culminates in a dissertation presenting rigorous, original research.

It is the highest degree any university confers. Candidates who enter the doctoral program in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Reading and Literacy Education work with a faculty adviser to plan a program of study that reflects their interests and professional goals. The planned program must meet the requirements of the UF Graduate School, the College of Education, the School of Teaching and Learning, and Reading and Literacy Education.

Program Highlights

Our Ph.D. program is a gateway for aspiring researchers dedicated to advancing scholarship that tackles vital societal challenges. We instill a deep commitment to stewardship in our Ph.D. in Reading & Literacy Education program, empowering students to become active contributors to the global academic community. Our faculty embraces the importance of mentoring, and our program encourages our graduate students to collaborate with multiple faculty mentors to develop courses, conduct research on nationally funded projects, and co-author peer-reviewed publications. They also help students forge connections across the UF campus, including with the AI2 Center, the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, and the Florida Museum of Natural History.

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    Ph.D. in Reading & Literacy Education Program Requirements

    • A bachelor’s, master’s, or terminal degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a degree deemed equivalent by the University of Florida Office of Admissions.
    • A minimum grade point average of 3.0 upper-division (last 60 credits) undergraduate work.
    • An acceptable grade point average for previous graduate work.

    Program Highlights

    Entry: Masters degree in relevant field
    Typical Course Load: 9 credits per semester
    Full-Time/Part-Time:Full-time (part-time is possible but not ideal)
    Application Deadline: See dates published by the college
    Program Completion: 4-5 years