Overview

In this dynamic course of study at the University of South Carolina, you will have the opportunity to explore both socio-cultural and historical issues in education, as well as qualitative inquiry.

You will examine politics in education, including issues of diversity and equity and comparative/international education. You will also study the anthropology, history, and sociology of education.

What kinds of work will I be able to do?

Our graduates are competitive for academic and research positions both inside and outside academia. Recent graduates have brought their expertise in Foundations and Inquiry to a variety of positions ranging from higher education to governmental organizations to high schools.

The Educational Foundations and Inquiry program will prepare you for research positions in policy institutes, nongovernmental and community organizations, departments of education, and within school districts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International and Comparative Education
The History of Education in the United States
Critical Race Theory and Education
The School in Modern Society
Qualitative Epistemologies, Paradigms, & Theories

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

The doctoral degree requires a minimum of 60 graduate credit hours beyond the baccalaureate degree or a minimum of 30 graduate hours beyond the Master’s degree.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbia, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Required

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or international equivalent)

Required Documents

Official Transcripts
Writing prompt required
Personal Statement - must address (1) specific interest in Social Foundations and Qualitative Inquiry, and (2) why this subject area at USC
Resume
3 Letters of Recommendation - strongly recommend submitting references from professors
Academic Writing Sample - recommended, not required

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29760 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29760 USD / year

≈ 29760 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13734 USD / year

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Living costs

Columbia

United States

999 - 1508 USD / month

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What kinds of work will I be able to do?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Columbia

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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