PhD in Elementary Education at Auburn University

Auburn University

United States of America, Auburn

University Rank:#851

Study Elementary Education at Auburn University, a PhD degree offered at its main campus in Auburn, United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 4 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 16, 2027.

About PhD in Elementary Education

Elementary Education – MEd/MS, EdS, PhD

Elementary Education – MEd (Certification, Online Option Available)

Code	Title	Hours
Class A Program Checklist for Teaching Field
Teaching Field: 24 hours
At least 1/3 of the program shall be teaching field courses.
Required: 3 hours
CTEE 7510	Research Studies in Education in Areas of Specialization	3
Select 21 hours from the following: ¹	21
CTEE 7010	Approaches to Teaching
CTEE 7410	Curriculum and Teaching in Social Science (Grades K-6)
CTEE 7420	Curriculum and Teaching in Language Arts (Grades K-6)
CTEE 7430	Curriculum and Teaching in Natural Science (Grades K-6)
CTEE 7440	Curriculum and Teaching in Mathematics (Grades K-6)
CTEE 7490	The Elementary School Program
CTEE 7530	Organization of Programs in Elementary Education
CTEE 7540	Evaluation of Programs in Areas of Specialization
CTEE 7910	Practicum in Area of Specialization ²
CTEE 7970	Special Topics
CTEE 7990	Research and Thesis
CTRD 6710	Literacy and Inquiry in the Content Areas: Grades 6-12
Other advisor-approved courses 6000 level and above in the teaching field (i.e., CTEC, CTEE, CTRD, CTES, CTMU)
Survey of Special Education/Diversity Course: 3 hours	3
RSED 6000 Advanced Survey of Exceptionality OR state-approved diversity course ³
Additional Courses: 3 hours	3
Other advisor-approved supporting courses 6000 level and above ⁴
Total Hours	30

¹	Coursework in the Teaching Field must include content in language arts, math, social studies, and science.
²	Required unless teaching in area of certification at an approved school site.
³	RSED 6000 Advanced Survey of Exceptionality must be used to fulfill requirement if survey of special education course was not completed for prior level certification. It may not be used to fulfill the requirement if a survey of special education course was completed for prior level certification. State-approved diversity courses for Auburn University are posted on the ALSDE website.
⁴	Supporting courses must be applicable to the area of certification (e.g., research, assessment/evaluation, classroom management, pedagogy, human behavior/development, foundations, technology, teaching field).
	In addition to the Graduate School requirement of a cumulative 3.0 GPA on all AU courses carrying graduate credit, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 is required on all courses used to meet program requirements.
	Coursework used to meet Class B certification requirements may not be used to meet requirements for Class A certification
	All substitutions for required courses must be approved using the Course Substitution Form, including transfer work.

Elementary Education – MS (Non-certification, Online Option Available)

Code	Title	Hours
Elementary Education - MS (Non-certification)
CTSE 7000	Orientation to Teaching and Learning	1
CTSE 7800	Capstone in Teaching and Learning	2
Advisor-Approved CTEE Courses: 15 Hours	15
Advisor-Approved Electives: 12 Hours	12
Total Hours	30

Elementary Education – EdS (Certification)

Code	Title	Hours
Class AA Program Checklist for Teaching Field
Teaching Field: 21 Hours
At least 1/3 of the program shall be teaching field courses.
Select 21 hours from the following:	21
CTEE 7010	Approaches to Teaching
CTEE 7410	Curriculum and Teaching in Social Science (Grades K-6) ¹
CTEE 7420	Curriculum and Teaching in Language Arts (Grades K-6) ¹
CTEE 7430	Curriculum and Teaching in Natural Science (Grades K-6) ¹
CTEE 7440	Curriculum and Teaching in Mathematics (Grades K-6) ¹
CTEE 7490	The Elementary School Program
CTEE 7510	Research Studies in Education in Areas of Specialization ¹
CTEE 7530	Organization of Programs in Elementary Education
CTEE 7540	Evaluation of Programs in Areas of Specialization ¹
CTEE 7910	Practicum in Area of Specialization ²
CTEE 8980	Field Project ²
Other advisor-approved courses 6000 level and above in the teaching field (i.e., CTEC, CTEE, CTRD, CTSE, CTMU)
Survey of Special Education/Diversity Course: 3 hours	3
RSED 6000 Advanced Survey of Exceptionality OR state-approved diversity course ³
Additional Courses: 6 hours required	6
ERMA 7200	Basic Methods in Education Research ¹
Other advisor-approved courses 6000 level and above ⁴
Total Hours	30

¹	Required if not previously completed.
²	To ensure a field experience, CTEE 7910 is required for those seeking Class AA certification only; this requirement is in addition to any practicum credit counted for Class A certification. CTEE 8980 is required for those seeking the EdS degree.
³	RSED 6000 Advanced Survey of Exceptionality must be used to fulfill requirement if survey of special education course was not completed for prior level certification. It may not be used to fulfill the requirement if a survey of special education course was completed for prior level certification. State-approved diversity courses for Auburn University are posted on the ALSDE website.
⁴	Supporting courses must be applicable to the area of certification (e.g., research, assessment/evaluation, classroom management, pedagogy, human behavior/development, foundations, technology, teaching field).
	In addition to the Graduate School requirement of a cumulative 3.0 GPA on all AU courses carrying graduate credit, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 is required on all courses used to meet program requirements
	Coursework used to meet Class A certification requirements may not be used to meet requirements for Class AA certification.
	All substitutions for required courses must be approved using the Course Substitution Form, including transfer work.

Elementary Education – PhD

Code	Title	Hours
Elementary Education - PhD
Elementary Education: 30 Hours	30
CTEE 7010	Approaches to Teaching
CTEE 7410	Curriculum and Teaching in Social Science (Grades K-6)
CTEE 7420	Curriculum and Teaching in Language Arts (Grades K-6)
CTEE 7430	Curriculum and Teaching in Natural Science (Grades K-6)
CTEE 7440	Curriculum and Teaching in Mathematics (Grades K-6)
CTEE 7490	The Elementary School Program
CTEE 7530	Organization of Programs in Elementary Education
CTEE 7540	Evaluation of Programs in Areas of Specialization
CTEE 7970	Special Topics
CTEE 8950	Seminar
Research Coursework: 18 Hours	18
ERMA 7200	Basic Methods in Education Research
ERMA 7210	Theory and Methodology of Qualitative Research
ERMA 7220	Applied Qualitative Research
ERMA 7300	Design and Analysis in Education I
ERMA 7310	Design and Analysis in Education II
Other Coursework: 32 Hours	32
Choose from CTRD 7000-7999, CTEC 7000-7999, EDMD 7000-7999, RSED 7000-7999
CTEE 8990	Research and Dissertation	10
Total Hours	90

Disciplines

Graduate School

Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in Elementary Education at Auburn University

Entry Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.
Graduate Record Exam (GRE) General Test if required by the department. Auburn University’s ETS institution code is 1005.
Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) for Management, Finance, Master of Business Administration, and Master of Accountancy programs. Auburn’s GMAT institution codes are:
Successful international applicants must score at least 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) paper version (pBT), 213 on the computer version (cBT), and 79 on the internet version (iBT). Additionally, successful applicants must score minimums of 16 on the listening, reading, speaking, and writing components of the iBT. Auburn University’s ETS institution code is 1005. Auburn will also accept a 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam.

International applicants required to submit a language test score have several options of certifying their English proficiency.

The TOEFL or IELTS will be the only accepted language proficiency tests for admission to Auburn University Graduate School. We do not accept the Duolingo English Test.

ETS has also created the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition to meet the needs of students who are unable to take the test in a test center due to COVID-19. The test is taken on your own computer at home and is identical in content, format and on-screen experience to the TOEFL iBT test taken at a test center. Visit The TOEFL Tests (ets.org) for more information.
Up to three (3) letters of recommendation may be required by the department. Applicants should contact the department to find out, first, if letters are required. If so, how many? And how should these letters be submitted?
International applicants must demonstrate full financial sponsorship if accepted into a graduate program, proof of a comprehensive medical insurance plan and submit an Official Statement Of Finance for International Students Form for 2023-2024. For more information, review our International Instructions.
One official transcript of all undergraduate and any graduate credits from each school previously attended. If an Auburn University transcript, the Graduate School will acquire the transcript for you. Official electronic transcripts from domestic institutions may be sent to [email protected].
International applicants should provide an official original language transcript and final diploma/certificate(s) accompanied by a certified English translation of each document.
Application fee payment: $60 for domestic students; $70 for international students. The following applicants are eligible for a fee waiver:
- Current Auburn University graduate students enrolled in graduate courses
- Full-time Auburn University employees
- Alabama HBCU applicants from the following schools (first 300 received per year): Alabama A&M and Alabama State Universities, Concordia, Miles, Stillman and Talladega Colleges, Oakwood & Tuskegee Universities – submit copy of school ID
- Ronald McNair Scholars – must submit a memo from sponsoring institution
- Florida A&M Feeders Program – must submit a memo from Faculty sponsor
- GEM applicants – must submit a copy of their GEM application
- Active Duty Military – with a letter confirming duty
- Applying for an approved dual program – the second application fee is waived
To qualify for one of the application fee exemptions, you must submit the required documentation to the Graduate School.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Tuition and Fee Information for PhD in Elementary Education at Auburn University

Application Fee 70

How to Apply for PhD in Elementary Education at Auburn University

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PhD in Elementary Education at Auburn University

Auburn University

United States of America, Auburn