Language Education and Multilingualism PhD at University at Buffalo

Programme overview

Doctoral programme covering theory, practice and research for those seeking academic posts or school system leadership roles. It culminates in a dissertation and is registered with the New York State Education Department.

Faculty: Graduate School of Education | Duration: 4 to 5+ years (minimum 72 credit hours beyond the bachelor's degree); full-time and part-time | Study mode: In Person / Full Time | Location: Buffalo, NY, United States

What you will study

At least 72 credit hours beyond the bachelor's degree, culminating in a dissertation. 100% in person.

Career pathways

Research, teaching and administrative roles in colleges and universities, and educational leadership positions in schools or state education departments.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School of Education (all programmes): bachelor's degree; online application with $50 fee; applications are reviewed test-blind (GRE/MAT not considered); no minimum GPA, holistic review; statement of interest, writing sample, letters of recommendation and interviews vary by programme. International applicants submit TOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic dated within two years, with minimums set by programme (university-wide minimums: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5, PTE 55). Application fee $50.

Requirements published at faculty level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms and deadlines vary by programme; applicants apply directly to UB through the Graduate School application, with some programmes using external national applications plus a supplemental UB application.

A non-refundable application fee is required for each programme applied to; fees vary by programme and payment instructions are emailed after the application is submitted.

Law (JD) application fee is $85; applicants submit the LSAT or GRE.

MD: AMCAS application accepted June 1 to November 15; supplemental application and materials due December 1; supplemental fee $100; Early Decision AMCAS due August 1 and supplemental due August 31.

Apply through the official page: https://www.buffalo.edu/grad/explore/admissions/apply.html

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