Education

While Ph.D. programs in education are admitted exclusively to the Pullman campus, select academic programs afford some opportunity for students to access classes and/or advising on the WSU Spokane campus.

Mathematics and Science Education

The Ph.D. in Mathematics and Science Education is designed to develop scholars capable of making important contributions to the research base, professional context, and learning environments related to mathematics and science education. Areas of emphases can include student learning, teacher education, professional development, curriculum, and technology throughout the PK-16 grade spectrum.

Math/Science Program Brochure:

MATH01MATH02

Requirements and application

Applicants hold an advanced degree in education, mathematics, science, technology, or other related fields. In addition, they must have a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and submit an online application to the Graduate School including a letter of in-tent, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and GRE scores that are less than seven years old.

In addition to familiarity with public school contexts and a rudimentary awareness of educational research, particularly in the context of mathematics or science education, incoming students are expected to have a strong foundation in mathematics or science. Preferably, applicants have been prepared and licensed to teach science/mathematics in public schools at the K-12 level.

We seek students who show a commitment to educational research in Mathematics and/or Science Education, who have familiarity with K-12 school contexts, and have a strong foundation in mathematics and/or science.

The Ph.D. is accessible to students across the statewide USE system on the Pullman, Spokane, Tri_Cities and Vancouver campuses. Applicants interested in Math/Science Ph.D. program in Spokane, must apply through the Pullman campus and indicate their intention to take classes in Spokane.

• Application deadline for fall term is June 1, and for spring term is October 15.

Program Advantages

• Students choose an individualized path of study.
• Students are guided by faculty members.
• The program is accessible in Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver.
• Our program has a track-record of supporting a broad learning community.
• All courses, advising, and weekly seminar are supported by a statewide teleconferencing system.

Additional information may be found on the Pullman web page, including program handbook, sample course syllabi and doctoral student web pages.

Mathematics and Science Education Overview

Coursework

The program is designed to contain a blend of foundational courses, research courses, mathematics and science education courses, as well as research experiences. The Ph.D. candidate can determine an individualized focus on mathematics, science, or cross-disciplinary study.

Math and Science Education PhD Application Process

STEP 1: Students submit all department application materials (see below) to the Pullman Office of Graduate Studies:

Office of Graduate Studies
College of Education
Washington State University
70 Cleveland Hall
PO Box 642114
Pullman, WA 99164-2114

• Recommendation letter writers CANNOT be from WSU math/science education tenure-line faculty.
• Student files with below minimum GRE scores will not be distributed for review.
• Students will apply to the current PhD in Mathematics Education until the new PhD in Mathematics and Science Education is approved.

Application Materials Required:

1. Cover sheet with specific information such as name, contact info, degree seeking w/emphasis Science or Math
2. Letter of Interest
   a. Past experience in the field
   b. Future plans/goals
3. Current Resume
4. Transcripts
5. GRE (w/at least score of 400/140 Q, 280 VW)
6. Writing Sample (Master’s Thesis, published paper, other appropriate work)
7. Three Letters of Reference
8. Introductory Conversation (over phone or in person with at least one faculty member)
   a. Applicant has a chance to ask questions about program
   b. Faculty will ask about specific interests, goals, assistantships, etc.