OpenFieldPh.D. in Science and Mathematics Education (SMED)
The first Ph.D. program in science and mathematics education established at an HBCU, preparing higher education researchers, STEM curriculum specialists, and educational policy leaders.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in a STEM discipline or education with 3.25+ GPA
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 80+ or IELTS 6.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE scores required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of STEM education research philosophy and writing sample
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of academic recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- National Science Foundation and departmental fellowships offering full tuition waivers and $24,000 annual stipends
- Application fee
- $25
- Tuition / joining costs
- Covered 100% by doctoral fellowships
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Southern University and A&M College documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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