Overview

Established in 1957, the Florida State University Higher Education program boasts a long tradition of preparing students for successful careers. Faculty members and students regularly disseminate research on higher education policy issues at the national, state, and institutional level.

Features

Our program, which is currently ranked #13 in the nation, focuses on three central pillars: student success, leadership, and social justice.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The Politics of Education

Economics of Education

Policy Development in Education

Data-Driven Decision Making for Institutional Researchers

Research on College Students

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tallahassee, United States

Disciplines

Higher Education View 81 other PhDs in Higher Education in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of purpose.

Letters of recommendation (3 required) – Letters should be written by persons who are in a position to comment on the likelihood of your success within the department, specifically faculty members or supervisors. At least one letter must be from a faculty member. We do not accept letters from co-workers or friends.

Resume/Curriculum Vitae.

Unofficial Transcripts – Include transcripts from all colleges attended. Uploading a copy will expedite the review process, though you must still send official copies to the Office of Graduate Admissions.

Writing Sample.

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Tallahassee

United States

955 - 1345 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Tallahassee

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