PhD in Special Education at Towson University

    PhD in Special Education at Towson University

    PhD in Special Education at Towson University

    The Special Education is a PhD degree offered by Towson University at its main campus in Towson , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 28, 2027.

    About PhD in Special Education

    Degree: Master of Education
    https://www.towson.edu/coe/departments/specialed/grad/special-education/

    The Master of Education has two concentrations:

    • Special Education Concentration:
      Program Director: Michelle Pasko
      Phone: 410-704-3835
      Email: [email protected]
    • Teacher as Leader in Autism Spectrum Disorder Concentration:
      Program Coordinator: Katherine Holman
      Phone: 410-704-3613
      Email: [email protected]

    The Master of Education degree in Special Education is an applied professional program designed to meet the critical need for special educators. Two concentrations support this offering: Special Education and Special Education Teacher as Leader in Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    Please note that only one degree in Special Education can be awarded; students who complete more than one concentration in Special Education will not receive two different degrees.

    Disciplines

    College of Education

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in Special Education at Towson University

    Entry Requirements

    Send your transcript. 

    This applies to regionally accredited degrees earned within the United States.

    Degree-seeking applicants must submit one official transcript from each college or university they attended. Non-degree applicants must submit one official transcript from the institution where they earned their highest degree.

    Official transcripts must be sent by the issuing institution electronically, using a transcript encryption service via email to [email protected], OR by mail, sealed and stamped by the issuing institution to: Towson University, Graduate Admissions, 8000 York Road, Towson, MD 21252.

    Transcripts submitted by the student are not considered official.

    Pre-degree students must make sure their transcript includes all grades from the first semester of their senior year.

    Submit email addresses for letters of recommendation.

    Some programs require letters of recommendation as part of the application process. If the program for which you are applying requires letters of recommendation, you must enter the email address of each recommender in order to successfully submit your application. An email will be sent directly to your references asking them to complete an online recommendation.

    Additional requirements for international applicants.

    International students are required to be enrolled full-time in graduate degree programs at Towson University. Review the list of graduate programs that meet F1/JI requirements. In addition, international applicants may be required to provide proof of English-language proficiency and a course-by-course credential evaluation.

    Note: Students who have completed a degree in the U.S. will qualify for English Proficiency without submitting additional test scores. 

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 57
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Tuition and Fee Information for PhD in Special Education at Towson University

    Application Fee 45

    How to Apply for PhD in Special Education at Towson University

    Complete your application and submit the application fee.

    A $45 non-deferrable, non-refundable fee is required with your application. Students applying with a fee waiver will have the option to choose the type of fee waiver to be used during the payment section of the application. 

    PhD in Special Education at Towson University
    Towson University
    Towson University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Towson

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