Program Summary
Fall 2023 (Domestic Students)
Spring 2024 (Domestic Students)
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Program Summary
Fall 2023 (Domestic Students)
Spring 2024 (Domestic Students)
Credits and Cost
Join Our Intramural Program that Unites Research and Phys Ed
Where to begin? Students are admitted into our program through a mentor-based admission process, under the direct supervision of a specific faculty member. We encourage you to identify the faculty member with whom you wish to work with prior to applying to the program. For a brief introduction and contact information, you may view the bios of:
In addition to getting acquainted with our faculty, you will have the opportunity to discuss research interests and potential dissertation areas. Our program typically takes between 3-5 years, including your dissertation.
What you will need for your application:
- A master’s degree or 30 semester hours of approved graduate course work with a 3.0 GPA.
- A combined Verbal and Quantitative GRE score of 297 (minimum verbal score of 153 and Quantitative score of 144) on the revised GRE test taken on August 1, 2011 or after.
- A sample of scholarly writing
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
The GRE is not required for admission to this program.
With a Ph.D. in Education Science – Physical Education, your future career opportunities could be found in:
- Teaching and research in higher education
- Physical education teacher (rank advancement)
- Athletic director
- Youth oriented organizations (e.g., YMCA, Boys and Girls Club)
Funding opportunities:
Contact
College of Education
102 Seaton Center 40506-0219
859-257-5311
Students Residing Outside of Kentucky
If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Out of State Student page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state.