ADMISSIONS
This page is designed to answer questions you may have about the
process of applying for admission. Because every year numerous individuals
apply, admission to the program is highly competitive. Sometimes
applicants are not considered because they have not followed the
specific directions of the application process. Because the process
is time consuming and complex, it is important to determine whether
you meet the minimum requirements for the program before you devote
your energies to the application process.
- Who should apply to the CUNY Ph.D. Program in Urban Education?
Only students who have completed a master's degree and possess
some educational experience should apply. Applicants should have
an interest in becoming researchers of urban education and be
prepared for a rigorous and time-consuming academic program.
- Where do I get an application?
The Office of Admissions at the CUNY Graduate Center, Room 7201,
will have the applications and answers to some of the questions
you may have. Their telephone number is 212-817-7470. Applications
may also be
downloaded
from the web.
- Do I need to take the GRE? How is it used in the admissions
process?
All graduate students at the Graduate Center must take the GRE.
More information on this matter is available on the Office of
Admissions website. Have your scores sent directly to the CUNY
Graduate Center (college code 2113). Our Admissions Committee
does not use a cut-off or minimum score on the GRE. We examine
an applicant's complete record, including the GRE as only one
factor among many.
- What other information is considered in the admission process?
The most important parts of an application are your academic records
(what you studied and how well you did), your letters of recommendation
(we pay most attention to those from university faculty members
and education professionals), your essay describing your career
history and goals and the specific reasons for your interest in
our program. An interview may be involved—if the Admissions Committee
requests one. You will be contacted if one is deemed necessary.
- Can other material illustrating my qualifications for admission
be sent?
You may send us one copy (which will not be returned) of any published
research or policy analysis papers you may have written. If you
have a personal website or webpage, you may email us the URL address.
For any other materials you would like to submit, please contact
us by email first (see below).
- Is there a good time to meet in person with the faculty?
We hold informational open house meetings at the Graduate Center
every December. To be notified of these meetings and receive other
information, please send an email with information on how to contact
you to: Urban_Ed@gc.cuny.edu
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