University of Pittsburgh School of Education
 

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Admissions for Higher Education Management - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Admissions Requirements

  • Completed School of Education Admissions Application.
  • A non-refundable application fee of $50 (USD) by credit card, check, or money order payable to 'University of Pittsburgh'.
  • Official, third-party evaluation of all international transcripts for applicants who have not received a master's degree within the United States. We strongly recommend using World Education Services (WES) to complete this service.
  • Successful completion of a masters degree with a GPA of at least 3.5.
  • Written sample of academic writing.
  • Three letters of reference.
  • GRE with a preferred minimum grade of 1100.
  • TOEFL scores for foreign students from non native English speaking countries.
  • A personal interview may be requested at the option of the admissions committee.

Deadlines

  • Fall Application Deadline: Rolling admissions; however, priority given to applications received by March 1
  • Spring Application Deadline: Rolling admissions; however, priority given to applications received by November 1
  • Summer Application Deadline: Rolling admissions; however, priority given to applications received by March 1

Contact Information

Admissions Inquiries and General Information

School of Education
Admissions and Enrollment Services
5500 Wesley W. Posvar Hall
230 South Bouquet Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
PHONE: 412-648-2230
FAX: 412-648-1899
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