Reading PhD

The program leading to the Ph.D. in Reading prepares individuals for research and teaching positions in universities, colleges, junior or community colleges, research labs, policy centers, state departments, and school districts.  It also can serve those who have or seek other positions requiring a comprehensive understanding of literacy and the ability to conduct research and/or to interpret or implement research findings.

Degree Level: PhD

Department: Reading

School or College: School of Education

Required Credentials: Transcripts, 3 Letters of Recommendation (including academic and teaching recommendations on the UA recommendation form), Departmental Questionnaire (see Special Notes section below), GRE recommended

Application Deadline for Fall Admission and Assistantship Consideration: Rolling
Application Deadline for Fall Admission without Assistantship Consideration: Rolling

Application Deadline for Spring Admission and Assistantship Consideration: Rolling
Application Deadline for Spring Admission without Assistantship Consideration: Rolling

Application Deadline for Summer Admission and Assistantship Consideration: Not Available
Application Deadline for Summer Admission without Assistantship Consideration: Not Available

Special Notes:

Submission of recent scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GREs) is recommended, but is not required.  Please click here for the Reading PhD Departmental Questionnaire.

Grad Bulletin URL:

http://www.albany.edu/graduatebulletin/reading_phd_degree.htm

Departmental Website:

http://www.albany.edu/reading/phd_program_overview.php