The doctoral program in Urban Education Studies at the IU School of Education in Indianapolis prepares students to become scholar-leaders with a critical understanding of the complexities of education in urban environments, and a strong grounding in research methodologies.
Become an educational researcher and leader
How to apply
Admission to the Urban Education Studies doctoral program is competitive and requires faculty approval. Admission is based on an applicant's qualifications, submitted application materials (including official transcripts), a personal interview, and references. Additionally, the IU School of Education in Indianapolis will follow the standard policies and procedures of the IU Indianapolis Graduate Office.
A master's degree is required for admission to the program. If you are enrolled in a master's program at the time you apply but have not yet completed the program, you must do so before you begin urban education studies doctoral course work.
To apply, complete the online application
Application deadline
Submit your application materials by July 1 for priority consideration. Applications will be accepted until the cohort is full.
Questions? Contact Ky Shaw at kycshaw@iu.edu.
Listed below is information on the required program materials and instructions on completing the online application.
What to expect after you apply
You will receive an email confirmation after you submit your application. The notification will be sent to the email address that you included in your application. We will contact you if any additional information is required. Completed applications will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee after the priority application deadline.
Note: In some cases, the committee may request to schedule an interview, prior to making an admission decision.
You will be notified, via email, of the committee’s admission decision.
Questions? Contact us:
IU Indianapolis School of Education
Ky Shaw
Graduate Admissions & Data Coordinator
902 W. New York Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
317-278-6778 (phone)
Ky Shaw
Graduate Admissions & Data Coordinator
902 W. New York Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
317-278-6778 (phone)