UCSC Ph.D. program in education We prepare leading scholars and educators who engage in research focused on needs of students from linguistic, cultural, and other groups that have historically not fared well in U.S. public schools. An innovative program that applies tools and perspectives from multiple disciplines: anthropology, sociology, philosophy, linguistics, psychology, and the learning sciences. Integrates research and theoretical analysis with contemporary topics in classroom teaching, educational reform, and school-community leadership.

Features of our Ph.D. program • Pursuit of high-quality research that informs theory and practice inside and outside of classrooms and schools • Explicit focus on equity, social change, and issues of culture in education • Deep examination of the social structures and histories, language contours, and institutions in which learning, teaching, and education policy are embedded • An emphasis on knowing and analyzing existing research and learning how to conduct one’s own cutting-edge research. • Interdisciplinary and cross-departmental connections encouraged

Features of our Ph.D. program (con’t) • An apprenticeship and immersion model: students join existing research and teaching projects early in their studies Individualized programs of study: courses, research and teaching apprenticeships, and independent research (2nd Year Project and Qualifying Exam papers), followed by dissertation research and writing. • Expected time to completion: 5-6 years • Major time commitment; most students work ½-time (program-based work an advantage) • Small cohorts (approx. 10 students admitted per year) and small classes (between 5 and 10 students per class)

Program of study • Coursework (Years 1-2 or 3) • Second Year Project • Qualifying Examination (Year 3 or 4) 2 Position Papers + Dissertation Prospectus • Dissertation Proposal (Year 4) • Dissertation Research, Writing, and Defense (Years 5-6) Graduation with a PhD!!

Admissions information • Bachelor’s degree • G.P.A. of 3.0 or better • GRE taken within last 5 years • Prior experience in education or related field • A statement of purpose • Writing sample • 3 Letters of recommendation • Ph.D. Deadline Dec. 1, 2015 • Application fee

The personal statement • Convey the strength of your preparation for pursuing scholarly inquiry • Describe what you want to study: areas of interests, possible research questions you want to explore, faculty members you are interested in working with • Describe career goals after graduation • Discuss fit between your interests and our program: Why THIS program? • Describe how you see your work in terms of larger social change or equity in education • Address any problems or inconsistencies in your academic record • Remember, this is the “face” of your application: should be substantive, well-written, error-free

3 letters of recommendation: • Who they’re from is important. • Make sure at least 2 letters discuss your potential as a research scholar and focus on your academic attributes • Provide recommenders with a draft of your personal statement • Provide recommenders with current resumé • Give recommenders points you would like them to address in their letters • Recommenders must send letters electronically. You will enter their email address into your application

Financial support • Fellowships • Research Assistantships -campus -department external organizations • Research Assistantships -pay salary include fees • Teaching Assistantships -pay salary plus fees • Loans, savings, assistance from family, etc.