The PhD in Deaf Studies/Deaf Education at Lamar University is a 4 years long program for international students, taught in English.
📖Introduction
Lamar University is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and practical education, Lamar offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including business, engineering, education, and the sciences.
Lamar University's strength lies in its emphasis on experiential learning and hands-on education. The university provides students with numerous opportunities for internships, cooperative education programs, and research experiences that prepare them for success in their future careers. With a dedicated faculty and a focus on fostering a sense of community, Lamar equips graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to excel professionally and make meaningful contributions to society. Through its dedication to academic rigor, practical education, and a commitment to serving the needs of its region, Lamar University prepares graduates to thrive in their chosen fields and contribute positively to their communities.
PhD in Deaf Studies/Deaf Education at Lamar University
The Lamar University Doctor of Education in Deaf Studies and Deaf Education prepares you for leadership roles in schools for the Deaf and teacher-trainer positions in university settings. Other career opportunities include educational interpreter, policy maker for deaf education, curriculum developer, researcher or higher education faculty, among others. This program accepts both hearing and deaf applicants. Show less
Lamar University's distinct strength is its commitment to experiential learning. The university provides students with numerous opportunities for internships, co-op programs, and research experiences that prepare them for successful careers. With a dedicated faculty and a focus on fostering a strong sense of community, Lamar equips graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to excel professionally and make meaningful contributions to their communities and industries. Through its dedication to academic rigor, practical education, and a commitment to regional development, Lamar University prepares graduates to thrive in their chosen fields while positively impacting the world around them.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required. You need to be either: - A native English speaker - Studied a degree in English before - Can demonstrate a high level of English - Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: Master's
The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
2 Recommendation letters
Research proposal
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.
