PhD Mathematics Education at University of Virginia

Programme overview

Full-time, in-person 72-credit PhD in Education with a concentration in mathematics education, preparing scholar-researchers for higher education and research organisation positions. Includes coursework, a research apprenticeship and practical experiences.

Faculty: School of Education and Human Development | Department: Curriculum, Instruction & Special Education | Duration: 4 years | Intake: Fall; Fall 2027 not open, Fall 2028 applications expected to open Aug 1, 2027 with Dec 1, 2027 due date | Study mode: full-time | Location: Charlottesville, VA, United States

What you will study

Coursework, a research apprenticeship and practical experiences aimed at producing original research in mathematics or science education and educating teachers.

Career pathways

Faculty and research scholar in higher education, policy analyst, or curricular specialist in research organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Best suited to applicants with a relevant master's degree including at least 12 graduate credits in mathematics or science and at least three years of mathematics or science teaching experience. Fall 2028 due date expected December 1, 2027. School of Education and Human Development graduate applications: online application with 2-3 recommenders, programme-specific supplemental materials (often a resume or CV, goal statement and/or writing sample), and a $65 non-refundable application fee.

Application fees (2026-27): undergraduate $75; Graduate School of Arts & Sciences $85; Architecture $80; Batten graduate $75; Darden non-PhD $250, Darden PhD $100; Data Science $85; Education and Human Development $65; Law $85; McIntire graduate $85; Medicine $80; Nursing $88; SCPS $70; Graduate Engineering no fee.

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