PhD Education at Harvard University

Programme overview

The interdisciplinary nature of this program is unique, as you are encouraged to work with multiple Harvard faculty members to study education as a core while also engaging with different disciplines such as economics, psychology, public policy, sociology, or organizational behavior. Students in the Program in Education are enrolled in and receive their degree from the Harvard Kenneth C.

Faculty: Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences | Department: Education | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall | Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

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Application information

Entry requirements

Harvard Griffin GSAS admission (programme-specific) - Academic Background: Successful candidates for admission will have outstanding academic preparation and a deep commitment to the field of education as demonstrated through prior research, work experience, and/or volunteer experience. Prior academic study in education is not required. Statement of Purpose: Required. Personal Statement: Required. Standardized Tests: GRE General: Required; GRE Psychology Subject Test: Optional.

USD 59,048 a year (2026-2027). Full tuition rate for the first two years of study (reduced in years 3-4); PhD students typically receive grants covering tuition. Source

Intake: Fall

Apply through the official page: https://gsas.harvard.edu/apply

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