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Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Psychology at University of New Mexico

University of New Mexico, United States

Programme overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Educational Psychology is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge in human development, cognition, learning, and motivation, alongside rigorous training in qualitative and quantitative research methods, statistical analysis, and measurement. The program emphasizes both theoretical and applied aspects of psychology in educational settings, preparing graduates for careers in research, academia, and education. Students gain hands-on.

Faculty: College of Education & Human Sciences  |  Department: Individual, Family, & Community Education  |  Duration: 73 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States

What you will study

The Ph.D. in Educational Psychology at the University of New Mexico requires a minimum of 73 credit hours. Students must successfully complete both a comprehensive examination and a dissertation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

All applicants seeking admission to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Educational Psychology must fulfill the requirements outlined in the Graduate Program and College of Education and Human Sciences sections of this catalog. For details on application deadlines and procedures, please visit the Educational Psychology website: https://coehs.unm.edu/departments-programs/ifce/educational-psychology/phd.html .

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.

Duration: 73 credit hours

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