PhD Foundations of Education at University of South Carolina

Programme overview

Our students study cultural, historical and social perspectives of education in local, national, global and comparative contexts and multiple methodological approaches to research. Join a community of scholars examining the intersection of education and politics from interdisciplinary perspectives. Gain expertise in foundations of education and qualitative research methodologies.

Faculty: College of Education | Department: Leadership, Learning Design, and Inquiry | Duration: 24 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Columbia, SC, United States

What you will study

Students in this program distinguish themselves as interdisciplinary researchers and leaders who focus on issues of access, equity and justice in higher education, and they'll be prepared for leadership positions in state government, nongovernmental organizations and schools.

Career pathways

Potential careers include Researcher, Leader, Faculty Member, Assessment Director, Policy Manager.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admissions (University of South Carolina Academic Bulletin): To be considered for admission all of The Graduate School’s application requirements, a letter of intent that expresses the applicant’s professional goals and specific interest in foundations of education, a curriculum vitae listing prior experiences and scholarly activities, and a writing sample (such as a class paper or a published article) must be on file in: The Graduate School University of South Carolina Columbia, SC 29208

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.

Graduate applications are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer terms; Fall applications open the prior September, Spring applications open in January and Summer applications open in May.

The graduate application fee is $50 per primary application, reinstated effective August 1, 2026. Deadlines are programme-specific and listed per programme on the Degree Programs and Application Requirements pages.

Apply through the official page: https://www.sc.edu/admissions-at-sc/applications/index.php

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