Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, while tuition fees for Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction are 17,820 USD per year.

This PhD program integrates theory, research, policy, and practice to prepare students for leadership roles in curriculum development, design, implementation, and evaluation. Faculty provide mentorship in professional development and scholarship, ensuring personalized attention where students are known by name.

Focus areas include Curriculum Evaluation and Research, Early and Middle Childhood Education, Reading, Literacy and Cognition, Special Education, TESOL.

Full-time students can complete coursework in a 3-year timeframe by enrolling in two classes per semester.

Graduates are prepared for leadership, administration, curriculum development, and college/university teaching and research roles.

Applicants must have a master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution and a graduate GPA of at least 3.25. Required documents include a completed application, two letters of professional recommendation, and an interview with two faculty members; GRE is not required. Master's level courses may be required prior to admission for those with limited academic credentials in their specialization.

Full-time study is possible with a 3-year timeframe for coursework; part-time study is also implied. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 59% of applicants.

Barry University welcomes students with roots in many countries and values cultural, social, and intellectual diversity. Campus life includes student-led media, performances, athletics, academic societies, clubs, cultural celebrations, and professional support. The main campus in Miami Shores offers lawns, study spaces, and a chapel, while downtown Miami, beaches, the Wynwood Arts District, Brickell, and major cultural institutions are a short car ride away.

Founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters as Barry College for Women, Barry became a coeducational university while retaining its Catholic intellectual tradition. Its educational approach connects learning, reflection, informed action, and a commitment to social justice. Academic options include the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business and Public Administration, College of Health Professions & Medical Sciences, School of Nursing, School of Podiatric Medicine, and the Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law in Orlando. Programs range from the arts, education, humanities, and sciences to business, health care, nursing, law, and podiatric medicine.

Small classes, with a 15:1 student-teacher ratio, support direct attention from faculty. Orientation includes the student-led O-Team and ORI 100 Class. The Center for Academic Success and Advising provides academic coaching, tutoring, and financial aid counseling, while the Career Center supports internships and alumni engagement. Barry also offers classes at locations across Florida, online, and in the Bahamas, with flexible programs for working professionals.