Application Checklist Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction

Eligibility Requirements

Master’s Degree

any field of study

Minimum 2.6 GPA

3.0 preferred

GRE waivers are available.*

For international students: This program meets the requirements for studying in the U.S. with an F-1 or J-1 visa.

Application Materials

Applicants must submit the following application and materials to be considered for admission into the Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction program.

Main Application

The following materials should be submitted through the ApplyWeb application:

Resume/CV

Your resume should include your academic history, professional experience, and, if applicable, any relevant research and publications.

Transcript(s)

Upload a PDF of your official transcript for initial review. If admitted, you must have your official transcripts sent directly to UH. View transcript instructions.

3 Letters of Recommendation

A recommender should be able to comment on your academic potential in graduate school and leadership potential in the field of study. You will provide contact information for references and they will receive an email with instructions.

Statement of Interest

Write a statement of interest that addresses the following:

Reason(s) for applying to the specific program
Preparation for the intended field of study
Research and study interests
Future career plans or other aspects of your background and interests

Format:

Maximum of 3 pages, double-spaced
Times New Roman font (12 point)
1-inch margins

Writing Sample

Common types of writing samples include:

Honors or master’s thesis
Published paper
Co-written paper or comparable article (a literature review; a research paper that includes research questions, data and conclusions; or a paper written for presentation purposes).

A short, effectively written sample is preferable to a longer sample.

Reviewers will consider the following aspects when reading your submission:

Writing ability
Capacity for research
Analysis and original thought at the graduate level

Requirements:

Maximum 50 pages, double-spaced
Must have pagination
Papers written in a language other than English require an English translation.
Applicants must be the first or solo author of the work.

Application Fee

$50 for domestic applicants
$80 for international applicants

English Proficiency

All graduate applicants, regardless of citizenship status, must demonstrate proficiency in English to obtain admission to UH. Many applicants meet this requirement based on earning an undergraduate degree in the United States and do not need to submit documentation beyond their transcript. Find options for meeting the English language proficiency requirement.

Complete ApplyWeb Application

Interview

An interview is required for admission into the program. The admissions committee will notify the applicant directly regarding the date, time and scope.

Admissions Decisions

Applicants will receive email confirmation via ApplyWeb when all required documents have been received.
Admission decisions will be posted on ApplyWeb. You must formally accept your admissions offer in ApplyWeb in order to enroll.
International applicants should review I-20 and financial backing information for documentation needed.

*The GRE is not required for applicants with a master’s degree or an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. If taking the GRE, have your official scores sent to UH using school code 6870.