Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction

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Program Overview Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction

The Curriculum and Instruction program faculty is strongly committed to the integration of theory, research, policy, and practice throughout the program. You are exposed to multiple educational perspectives on issues of design and policy, allowing you to assume a leadership role in curriculum development, design, implementation, and evaluation.

The faculty mentors you in your professional development and scholarship, which are critical for positions in higher education and curriculum leadership. Full-time faculty will know you by name and you will not be number in your doctoral courses.

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Doctoral students who work full-time can complete the coursework for the program in a 3-year time frame by enrolling in two classes per semester.

The PhD in Curriculum and Instruction prepares you for a career in the following:

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    Leadership

    Leadership positions in community, state, and government agencies
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    Administration

    Personnel preparation and policy positions in school districts
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    Development

    Curriculum development, design, implementation, and evaluation
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    Education

    College or university teaching and research

Upon completion of the program, you will have acquired the ability to:

  • Analyze and synthesize the theoretical underpinnings of curriculum, instruction, and leadership
  • Apply the theories and concepts of curriculum to policy decisions at the local, state, national, and international levels
  • Clarify one's ethical and theoretical perspectives and relate these to professional goals
  • Develop and implement an independent research investigation
  • Evaluate and contribute to the literature in curriculum
Candidacy and Dissertation

Admissions Overview Getting Started

Congratulations on taking the first step to pursue your passion, advance your career, and make a difference in your community. We are committed to assist each student through the admission process.

Whether you transition straight from undergraduate studies to a graduate program or have been out of school for some time, we offer a welcoming and professional environment for graduate study.

With small class sizes, there is a considerable amount of personalized attention from your faculty and opportunities to build strong relationships with fellow classmates.

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Application Deadline: June 1 for Fall admission

Students who wish to be admitted to the PhD in Curriculum and Instruction must fulfill all of the following:

  • Completed application
  • A master's or higher degree in your field of specialization or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university
  • If you have limited academic credentials in your chosen area of specialization you may be asked to take master's level courses, which will not be applied towards the doctoral degree, prior to admission to the Program
  • Graduate GPA of at least 3.25 (A=4.0)
  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE) in all three areas: Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing; scores must be from a test date within five years preceding application
  • Three recent letters of professional recommendation (two must be academic instructors or advisors) regarding your capacity to successfully complete a research-oriented doctoral program
  • An interview with two faculty members

Please note: Admission decisions are made continuously through-out the calendar year.

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Admissions Overview International Student FAQs

If you are an international student, applying as early as possible is in your best interest in order to allow ample time for immigration processing. Please be aware that admission to Barry University does not guarantee that you will be granted a student visa by the United States Embassy or Consulate in your country of origin.

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Financial Aid Affordable for you.

At BarryU, our tuition is competitive, affordable and still promises all the perks of a private school education. Our cost per credit is in-line with other institutions, but we offer a mission-driven educational experience and provide our students with small class sizes, personalized attention, and academic excellence. Scholarships, graduate assistantships, and financial aid can also be explored to help offset overall costs.

Barry University participates in the full array of federal and state financial aid programs. At Barry, we are committed to doing all we can to help you finance your education.

Barry University's Financial Aid staff will assist you through the financial aid application process.

Financial Aid Programs

School of Education Tuition Per Credit

  • Counseling

    • $1,125.00

    Curriculum & Instruction

    • $950.00

    Organizational Leadership

    • $850.00
  • School Psychology

    • $750.00

    Educational Leadership

    • $600.00

    Montessori

    • $600.00
  • Counseling

    • $800.00

    School Psychology

    • $750.00

    Human Resource Development

    • $600.00

    Educational Leadership

    • $600.00

    Leadership and Innovation

    • $600.00

    Curriculum & Instruction

    • $600.00

    Bahamas Tuition Rate - Master's Programs

    • $600.00

    Montessori

    • $600.00
Please inquire about military, public service, and certificate program rates

School of Education, Leadership and Human Development Faculty

The odds are definitely in your favor at Barry University. Our student-faculty ratio is only 15:1. That means you get personal attention and guidance, and nobody gets lost in the shuffle. Even more impressive, over 80 percent of our faculty hold a PhD or the highest degree available in their field of expertise.

We seek out professors who are not only great teachers, but who love what they do. Their passion, enthusiasm, and inspiration are contagious, and there's no better way to keep young minds excited about learning and discovering. Beyond each teacher's area of expertise, our faculty is committed to promoting equality, social justice, altruism, diversity, and humility. Through education, everyone can have a voice.

School of Education, Leadership, and Human Development Graduate Programs Accreditations

All of the Barry University School of Education, Leadership, and Human Development graduate programs are accredited by the regional accrediting agency, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Accreditation is a process whereby an educational institution (and/or a program within an educational institution) is assessed for educational quality based on already developed standards.

Accreditation also serves as a statement to the public that an institution and/or its programs are committed to educational quality.

Barry University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, masters, specialist and doctoral degrees.

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