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  Mar 18, 2025
 
2014-2015 Graduate Studies Bulletin 
  
2014-2015 Graduate Studies Bulletin [Archived Catalog]

Special Education, Ph.D.


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Program Description Learning Outcomes 
Admission Department of Educational Studies 
Program of Study College of Education 

Tracks: 1) university teaching and research, and 2) special education leadership


Program Description

The Ph.D. program in special education focuses on preparing special education professionals with emphasis on either teacher education and research or administration and leadership. The Ph.D. program prepares its graduates to become successful and productive special education faculty members or administrators through an intensive course of advanced study. Courses include both seminars and experiential learning.


Admission

  1. In addition to The Graduate School’s application requirements, applicants must have the following materials on file at The Graduate School, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208, by the deadline of February 14. Students applying for grant positions must have all materials on file prior to faculty interview.
 
  • a supplemental application form for the Ph.D. in Special Education, and a letter of intent
  • evidence that the applicant holds a professional certification in education or a related field (e.g., speech/language pathology, school psychology)
  • evidence of five years of direct educational experience, which may include working with exceptional individuals in school, clinic, or residential settings.
  1. Upon verification of the above requirements the applicant will interview with the Programs in Special Education Admissions Committee and participate in an extemporaneous writing sample.

Program of Study (63-66 Post Masters Hours)

A. Foundation Courses (15 Hours) 1 course from each section


B. Area of Specialization -(Emphasis I or II) - 21 Hours


C. Research and Dissertation (18 Hours)


D. Cognate


9-12 Hours Outside Department of Educational Studies

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