Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Education Policy
*Applications for a Fall 2020 start are due December 1, 2019
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Urban Education Policy program prepares you to conduct high quality, consequential research promoting educational excellence and social justice. This effort stands on three pillars: preparing students to pursue educational equity through research; studying educational equity across disciplines; and constructing a diverse, inclusive professional community.
The PhD program is fully funded, and welcomes applicants whose policy interests in urban education align with USC Rossier’s mission. The program prepares leaders to achieve educational equity through practice, research and policy, and seeks candidates who plan to pursue careers as research scholars. Students will benefit from close interaction with a distinguished faculty, a collaborative research community, and a positive student culture at the University of Southern California.
Our areas of research and study are:
- Educational Psychology
- Higher Education
- K12 Education Policy
- Teacher Education
The next event for the PhD program is listed below. Please check the Info Sessions banner on the left-hand side for more upcoming events. We are also attending the ASHE conference in Portland, Oregon November 14-16 so please email us if you would like to schedule a meeting in Portland.
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Curriculum Overview
As a graduate of the PhD program, you will have first-rate research skills, substantive knowledge of urban education, and a strong professional network. Additionally, your record of achievement will include the academic publications and presentations necessary for success as faculty at top research universities, or as research analysts and policy-makers.
Coursework Examples
- Organization and Policy: Current Issues
- Ways of Seeing: Applying Social Science and Critical Theories to Education
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Federick J. Ngo, PhD ’17I received invaluable research training during my time at USC. From day one of the program I was able to work on research projects that were innovative and important in urban education, and I was fortunate to do so alongside a vibrant and passionate community of scholars.
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All applicants are carefully considered through a holistic review process.
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Laura Romero Director PhD in Urban Education Policy |
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Alex Atashi Student Services Advisor II PhD in Urban Education Policy |
| rsoephd@rossier.usc.edu (213) 740-6303 |
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