Are you looking to take your education and career to the next level? Do you have a passion for research and a desire to make meaningful contributions to your field of study? If so, a Funded PhD programs may be the perfect choice for you.

Attention all aspiring scholars and researchers! The University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is accepting applications for our prestigious funded PhD programs. Apply to the University of Pennsylvania’s PhD program today and take the first step towards a rewarding and fulfilling academic career.

About Fully Funded PhD in Education

The Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania offers fully funded PhD programs in

Education Linguistics,
Interdisciplinary Studies in Human Development,
Quantitative Methods,
Education,
Culture,
Society,
Reading/Writing/Literacy,
Education Policy,
Higher Education,
Learning Sciences and Technologies,
Teaching,
Learning, and
Teacher Education

Ph.D. students are fully funded through the Dean’s Fellowship and Research Apprenticeship. Tuition and fees, health insurance, and a living stipend are all provided.

All new Ph.D. candidates are awarded a fellowship and research apprenticeship package that includes four years of study and requires full-time enrolment.

Additional funding is available on an individual basis for students who wish to continue their research and teaching apprenticeship during the summer months.

Eligibility Criteria

Earned master’s degree prior to entering the PhD.
You are expected to have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and subject-specific GPA of 3.5 or above.
English language proficiency requirements (non-native English speakers)

PhD Funding Coverage

All Ph.D. candidates are awarded a fellowship and research apprenticeship package that includes four years of study and requires full-time enrollment.

Additional funding is available on an individual basis for students who wish to continue their research and teaching apprenticeship during the summer months.

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Application Requirement

Official transcripts from previously attended college/ university.
English language proficiency test scores such as TOEFL, IELTS, etc. (for non-native English speakers only)
Entrance test scores, GRE*, GMAT* or other accepted scores*
Research proposal
Statement of purpose
Writing samples
Letters of recommendation
Up-to-date resume
Copy of passport
Financial documents including bank statements