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The Early Education program is dedicated to preparing educators for roles in early childhood education. Students focus on child development, curriculum planning, and early childhood teaching strategies. Graduates are equipped to work in preschools, kindergarten programs, and early education centers, nurturing the growth and development of young learners.

Qualitative And Quantitative Research (PHD-910)

Study qualitative and quantitative research, covering research methods and data analysis techniques in a research context. Analyze research design, data collection, and the application of research in various fields.

Preparing A Thesis (PHD-911)

Learn about preparing a thesis, focusing on the process of thesis development, research planning, and academic writing. Analyze thesis structure, literature review, and the steps involved in thesis preparation.

Econometrics (PHD-912)

Explore econometrics, emphasizing the application of statistical and mathematical methods in economic analysis. Analyze regression analysis, econometric models, and their use in economic research.

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Work on a short thesis project, conducting independent research and analysis on a selected topic within your field of study. Analyze the chosen topic, conduct research, and present your findings in a concise thesis document.

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This program is designed to provide advanced graduate students with the comprehensive skills and knowledge necessary to undertake original research and produce a high-quality doctoral thesis in their chosen field of study.

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The "Introduction to Human Resource Management" course provides a foundational understanding of the principles and practices that govern the management of an organization's most valuable asset—its people. Students will explore key concepts in human resource management, such as recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and employee relations, setting the stage for a comprehensive understanding of this critical business function.

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The College of Education begins with a focus on pedagogical foundations and teaching methods. Students delve into the principles of education, child development, and innovative teaching techniques. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to inspire and educate future generations.

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Beyond the theoretical framework, our College of Education places a strong emphasis on classroom experience and student engagement. Students have opportunities to participate in teaching practicums, work with diverse student populations, and collaborate with local schools. These experiences not only enhance their teaching skills but also provide valuable insights into effective education strategies.

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The College of Education at University of North Carolina is committed to promoting global education perspectives and cross-cultural teaching. Our curriculum explores international approaches to education and encourages students to engage in cross-cultural teaching experiences through study abroad programs and collaborations with educators from around the world. This global perspective equips students to excel in diverse educational settings.

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Ph.D. Leadership Studies

"preparing tomorrow’s leaders for a new world".

The Department of Leadership Studies and Adult Education course work currently offers an interdisciplinary Ph.D. Our students represent a wide array of disciplines from both public and private sectors.

For information regarding   application and admissions , contact the Graduate College at: 336-285-2366 or contact us directly at: 336-256-2342.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW 

The Leadership Studies (LEST) program of the Department of Leadership Studies and Adult Education (LSAD) is an interdisciplinary doctoral program designed for individuals desiring to lead and conduct social and behavioral sciences research in the field of leadership.

The emerging interdisciplinary field of leadership studies covers a wide range of academic disciplines such as psychology, sociology, history, political science, religious studies and more. Our students come from diverse professional backgrounds including business, engineering, law, industry, education, healthcare, the military and community-based organizations.

The intellectual climate of the program is enhanced through (a) networking in the academy and (b) partnerships and community networks that bring real-time academic, economic, political and social justice issues to campus through intentional connections for students in community-based initiatives.

The LEST curriculum requirement includes a minimum of 54 hours beyond the master’s degree, with 44 hours of coursework and 12 hours for dissertation research. Additionally, students are expected to complete a 12-hour track in one of the following areas: (a) Higher Education and Community Colleges, (b) African American Leadership, (c) Transformative Leadership for Civic and Community Engagement, (d) Leadership for K-20 Diversity and Educational Justice or (e) Interdisciplinary Leadership Studies. LEST’s goal is to produce leader-scholars who are critical thinkers and facilitators of leadership committed to democratic engagement.

The interdependent world that we are currently living in has brought new societal challenges. Challenges ranging from educational inequality, health disparities, economic collapse and the erosion of families and communities, along with a plethora of additional challenges, that are negatively impacting diverse populations. At this critical juncture, leadership studies offers a new and exciting way to address these societal challenges. As an interdisciplinary field of study, scholars in leadership studies are poised to create new knowledge and innovative solutions to the most pressing problems confronting the world. As a prospective student in the leadership studies program we are excited about the possibility of engaging you in cutting-edge research that will prepare you for leadership roles as a scholar-practitioner.

The only historically black college and university to offer a Ph.D. in Leadership Studies, N.C. A&T is committed to creating a new paradigm in leadership studies. We are even more excited about the possibility of having you become a member of the Aggie tradition, and we look forward to helping you maximize your full potential as we “Prepare Tomorrow’s Leaders for a New World.”

10 Best Online Doctoral Programs in North Carolina

North Carolina is home to the oldest public university (the University of North Carolina), the world-famous Research Triangle Park, and one of the world’s fastest-growing centers for banking and finance (Charlotte). With an unprecedented demand for higher education, North Carolina is also becoming a hub for online education, with online degree programs growing exponentially. The Top 10 Best Online PhD Programs in North Carolina include small religious universities, global research universities, and some of the nation’s finest regional institutions for variety, accessibility, and quality.

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1. john wesley university.

With students entering at multiple levels, ages, and career stages, as well as from varied backgrounds, John Wesley is quite a diverse community. They are also no stranger to innovative educational models, including an emphasis on online advanced degrees. JWU offers a Doctor of Ministry in Christian Leadership that is designed to meet students needs, regardless of their church background. Requirements include an MDiv, MMin, MTS, or comparable degree and substantial experience in ministry. In this program, students will build upon previous studies within the context of current ministry to achieve greater leadership competency in today’s global environment. The program employs a cohort model, offering students a chance to engage with others doing the same work. JWU requires a one-week residency within the cohort model where students gather with their professor and fellow students twice a year for a time of intense personal and academic development.

2. NC State University

North Carolina State University is located in the state’s capital city of Raleigh, North Carolina. With more than $400 million in new sponsored research awards in 2017 for on campus and online research, NC State is dedicated to student-focused research activity that allows for a more expansive understanding of the world through their respective disciplines.

Within the realm of online education, NC State is ahead of the curve with their Online and Distance Education Departments. Beyond the breadth of subjects offered online, NC State ensures that online programming is the full academic equivalent of on-campus programs. Online material receives the same accreditation as on-campus programs, and are taught by world-leading faculty who are experts in their field, and have experience in the nuanced differences in on-campus and online education styles. They offer 3 Doctorate programs classified as either online or distance learning (lower residency requirements), including the Doctor of Design (DDes), the Adult and Community Education Program , and the Education Leadership Program .

3. UNC Chapel Hill

University of North Carolina Chapel Hill is famous for being the first public university in the country, while continuing to be at the front of the line in terms of training future innovators and leaders in a number of fields such as Business, Education and Public Health. UNC trains students who are motivated and engaged to meet their passions and bring excellence to the workforce. In fact, 78% of enrolled freshman were in the top 10% of their high school class.

UNC Online offers the same level of academic excellence and rigor, but allows students to achieve their degree entirely online without having to step foot on campus. The online graduate program at UNC-CH includes two distinct PhD programs that are offered 100% online. Both of these focus on a different aspect of the health sciences, including the Doctor of Physical Therapy transition program and the Public Health Executive Leadership program. They can be completed in 21 and 36 months respectively. Again, the online programs are treated one and the same as the traditional degree programming, same hard work expected, producing same trusted UNC brand outcomes (including the piece of paper at the end).

4. UNC at Greensboro

UNC Greensboro is one of the 17 Schools in the University of North Carolina System, though it certainly has its own identity with unique offerings and student population that it attracts. Though no longer an all women’s school, UNCG’s roots inform the many opportunities women and diverse populations have to succeed there. They actively pursue equity and inclusion as a mission to all of their programming.

Just like the other University of North Carolina institutions, UNCG offers extensive online course offerings that feature flexibility combined with the same high quality education that one would get on campus. They have a number of bachelor’s and master’s degree programs as well as the Interdisciplinary Doctor of Education in Kinesiology program , geared towards professionals who are already familiar with and engaged in the field. Though the program is delivered primarily online, there are three campus visits that are required throughout the course of the 4-year program.

5. East Carolina University

Located in Greenville, North Carolina, East Carolina University is the third largest public school in the state. They are known for their high level of research and innovation. Inventions have come out of ECU, such as the electronic fluency device, a machine invented to help correct speech impediments such as stutters, by placing this device in the subjects ear so they can hear themselves when they speak. Also, fun fact, the first minimally invasive mitral valve heart surgery that was robotic-assisted was performed at ECU!

The ECU brand of excellence transcends the classroom and continues in the cyber world, as online course offerings geared towards adult learners are one of East Carolina’s specialties. Not only do they have a myriad of online bachelor’s and master’s degree granting programs, but they also offer a (DNP) Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and Nursing-Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program.

Applicants living outside of North Carolina seeking online study must first be sure authorization is secured from their state of residence, in order to achieve admission.

6. North Carolina A&T State University

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (also referred to as NC A&T or just A&T) is on a mission to change the world through research and initiatives that focus on leadership and community service. Institutionally, they pride themselves on inquiry and complex problem solving in disciplines such as business, technology, and the arts. They are located in Greensboro, North Carolina; the state’s third largest city.

A&T not only has extensive residential programs, but they have online program offerings that are equally resourced with the same faculty and curricula. A&T offers a variety of Bachelor’s and Master’s degree granting programs through their online institution, as well as offering two Doctoral programs. The Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership Studies brings experienced students to the front lines of innovating holistic societal change. NC A&T Online also offers a unique Doctor of Philosophy in Technology Management , which is a collaboration among a consortium of institutions offering PhDs in Technology Management.

7. UNC Wilmington

UNC Wilmington is often referred to by students as simply The Dub. They first opened their doors as a junior college in 1947, and their primary population were veterans returning from service in World War II. They have continued their tradition of training non-traditional adult learners, and have become known as a Master’s focused institution. Currently they have a number of programs that bring students from across the country and the globe to their campus, especially their renowned Marine Sciences program. They attract high achieving students, as noted by the average high school GPA of incoming freshman in 2016 was 4.16, and 1192 in SAT scores.

Not only does UNCW have noteworthy residential course offerings, but they have fully online PhD program offerings, including a Doctor of Nursing Practice , and several specializations within Education Leadership EdD, which requires no test scores for admission. Their online programming is geared towards flexibility, and meeting the needs of a diverse student body.

8. Gardner Webb University

GWU offers a low residency Educational Specialist (EdS) degree option within their School of Education. Those seeking this doctorate degree will learn the skills necessary to excel in education and executive leadership roles in a variety of settings.

Requirements for the EdS in Executive Leadership Studies program include having already obtained a master’s degree and minimum 3.0 GPA on all graduate-level work, as well as 3 years of administration experience. The program consists of 42-credit hours and can be completed fully online. The program employs an interactive model so that students can participate in discussions and web chats through their classes, providing the maximum benefit from individual experiences and communities of collaboration.

9. Piedmont International University

Piedmont International University is a leader in Bible Centered higher education, as well as an affordable choice for all levels of post-secondary education. Over 1.1 million dollars in financial aid is offered annually, and 96% of the student body receives some financial support.

Piedmont’s online options give students flexibility as they juggle work along with pursuing their degree. Furthermore, in many cases, students are given the opportunity to integrate their professional life with their course of study. One of their exciting programs is a PhD in Leadership/Doctor of Philosophy , and can be accomplished in as little as two years time. This online program requires one week long on campus residency in the first year of study. The major points of interest of this particular program are critical thinking, writing, learning, and scholarly research; all within a christian worldview biblical context.

10. Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University is located in North Carolina’s scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, which defines much of their spirit, as an institution committed to serving the communities in it’s surrounding region. They are one of the 17 institutions in the University of North Carolina System. Graduates of Appalachian State enjoy a high success rate in job placement and/or furthering their education with advanced degrees. In the class of 2015-16 93 percent of graduate students and 86 percent of undergraduates either enrolled in graduate education within one year of graduation, or were successfully employed.

To cater to all of their students, which includes a diversity of needs, Appalachian State offers extensive distance learning and online programming options, which includes a doctoral program in Education Leadership . This is a hybrid degree program which includes asynchronous and synchronous online coursework as well as face-to-face classes that meet one night per week, on alternating weeks, with occasional weekend classes.

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Educational Leadership - Doctor of Education (Ed. D.)

With an explicit focus on transformative leadership, FSU’s Ed. D. in Educational Leadership is uniquely designed to prepare and empower leaders to address the most pressing challenges in PK-12 and Higher Education.

This Doctorate in Education program admits a cohort of students annually and is geared towards mid to senior level administrators in PK-12 and Higher Education.  Courses are offered through a hybrid model that includes online, evening, and weekend classes. This system allows students to work full time while achieving their degree. The doctoral program culminates in a dissertation. 

Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate

FSU's Ed.D. program is an active member of the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate, a national effort to reform and strengthen the education doctorate. To read more on the Carnegie Project click the link:  https://www.cpedinitiative.org/vision-mission

EdD Program at a Glance 

Admission Term: Fall Credit Hours: 60 credit hours beyond the Master's   Concentrations: PK-12 Education and Higher Education

Course Delivery: Hybrid--online, evenings, and weekends Application Deadline: April 

The program's focus on transformative leadership will prepare you to address some of the most pressing challenges in PK-12 and Higher Education. Transformative leadership emphasizes change through collaboration and creativity. Leaders who embrace this theory become reflective scholars and practitioners who find unique ways to reform schools and universities. They learn to transform educational organizations so that all students can experience inclusive, equitable, and high achievement learning environments.  

The Ed. D. in Educational Leadership Program is designed to:

• Produce transformative leaders who can create a new educational paradigm.
• Combine theory with practice to provide candidates with a detailed understanding of the complex issues impacting education and student achievement.
• Prepare leaders to successfully transform current educational settings into inclusive and equitable learning environments.
• Address the crisis of educating historically underserved diverse communities using transformative leadership.

Concentrations:  

• PK-12 -prepares you for leadership in education and policy-related settings including elementary and secondary public, charter and independent schools, district-level offices, research organizations, government agencies, professional associations, and consulting firms.
• Higher Education -prepares you for leadership in higher education and policy-related settings including colleges and universities, government agencies, professional associations, research and consulting firms, among other learning organizations.

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Comprehensive Examination Application Comp Exam Application Admission to Candidacy Admission to Candidacy for Ed. D Program Dissertation Committee Dissertation Advisory Committee Membership  Graduate Faculty Criteria  Graduate Faculty Application  Proposal Defense Dissertation Proposal Approval Dissertation Checklist Checklist IRB Application Human Subjects Use in Research Application Dissertation Defense Dissertation Oral Defense Scheduling  (forms must be submitted 10 business days before requested defense date) Dissertation Oral Defense Results  Dissertation Submission  Dissertation Approval Form

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Top 10 Best PhD Programs in North Carolina

North Carolina is the state with the 9th largest population in the US and has a knowledge-based economy that largely centers around banking, technology, and pharmaceuticals. Charlotte, NC is the second largest-banking hub of the country and the state currently has the 17th-largest economy , but is number seven for fiscal stability .

North Carolina was also named as the 13th best state for college education by the US News & World Report . The state is home to two of the country’s most prestigious institutions, Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The two schools are known for their rivalry, especially in basketball, with other North Carolina universities also well-known for sports, as well as excellence in higher education.

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Top PhD Programs in North Carolina

Duke university, fuqua school of business.

PhD in Business Administration

The Fuqua School of Business is part of the Duke Graduate School, which has around 2,500 doctorate students. The school has a research-based approach and aims to develop future leaders with exceptional analytical skills. This NC PhD program is offered in collaboration with other schools, including UNC-Chapel Hill and North Carolina State University.

• Courses include: Decision sciences, management & organizations, and operations management & strategy.
• Duration: 5 years
• Tuition: Full funding
• Financial: Fellowships, scholarships, federal work-study, and loans
• Delivery: On-campus
• Acceptance rate: 7.7%
• Location: Durham, North Carolina

The University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, School of Nursing

DNP Healthcare Leadership & Administration

The School of Nursing at UNC-Chapel Hill is well-regarded  in the field of nursing and healthcare leadership, with particular expertise in elder care, mental/behavioral health, global health, as well as maternal, child, and family care. Their DNP in Healthcare Leadership & Administration is one of the best online  doctoral programs in North Carolina, offering a high degree of flexibility by combining synchronous and asynchronous learning approaches. Though the default program has a BSN to DNP track for students with an undergraduate degree, there is also an MSN to DNP track for nursing professionals who have a graduate qualification such as an APRN, MHA, MPH, or MBA.

• Courses include: Evidence-based practice and research, public policy and advocacy in health care, and pathophysiology for advanced nursing practice.
• Credits: 66-75
• Duration: 3 years
• Tuition: Refer tuition page
• Financial aid: Scholarships, student employment, and loans
• Delivery: Online
• Acceptance rate: 25%
• Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Wake Forest University, School of Medicine

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (PhD)

The highly-collaborative Department of Biochemistry at Wake Forest University works hand-in-hand with a range of centers for research, including the Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Center for Molecular Communication and Signaling, and the Center for Human Genomics and Personalized Medicine Research. This is one of the few PhD programs in NC boasting faculty with expertise in cancer research, including in areas such as nucleic acid metabolism and signal transduction in cancer and inflammation.

• Courses include: Advanced biochemistry, epigenetics, and genomics.
• Duration: 4.7 years
• Financial aid: Scholarships and loans
• Acceptance rate: 32%
• Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina

East Carolina University, College of Nursing

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing PhD

East Carolina University ranks high  in terms of ‘educate to career’, a measure of the economic value of its education. In short, this means that the school’s degrees equip you to build a successful career by providing you with valuable skills and making you more attractive to potential employers, encompassing high-quality education, affordability, and employability. While most doctoral programs in NC have a fixed number of credits and courses, this PhD in Nursing program allows interested students to pick up extra credits to study subjects outside of the basic course requirements.

• Courses include: Theory for the practice of advanced nursing, translational nursing sciences, and statistical methods for nursing research.
• Credits: 72-84 (54 for MSN to PhD and DNP to PhD tracks)
• Duration: 6 years maximum
• Tuition: $289.55 per credit
• Financial aid: Scholarships, grants, loans, student employment, and military benefits
• Delivery: Distance education, on-campus
• Acceptance rate: 87.9%
• Location: Greenville, North Carolina

North Carolina State University

Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Ph.D.

NC State is a public university that was been highly ranked by the US News & World Report for various factors, including being named #7 of the best value schools  and #26 for best engineering schools  in the USA. This is one of the few doctoral programs in NC in the field of aerodynamics or aerospace engineering, and offers specialized research areas covering aerodynamics, space exploration, vibrations & controls, structural mechanics, and thermal sciences.

• Courses include: Fluid dynamics of combustion, advanced solid mechanics, and principles of structural vibration.
• Credits: 72+
• Tuition: $505.28
• Financial aid: Scholarships, grants, student employment, assistantships, and loans
• Acceptance rate: 46.2%
• Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

The University of North Carolina Greensboro

PhD in Psychology

UNC Greensboro is a reputed institution that’s known as one of the best in social mobility  among the public universities in North Carolina. It also offers one of the few multi-track Psychology PhD programs in the state. As part of the program you can choose between four different tracks: clinical psychology , cognitive psychology , developmental psychology , and social psychology .

• Courses include: Biological psychology, adult psychopathology, and theory and methods of intellectual assessment.
• Credits: 71
• Tuition: $289.94 per credit
• Financial aid: Fellowships, scholarships, tuition waivers, and loans
• Acceptance rate: 87.5%
• Location: Greensboro, North Carolina

Appalachian State University, Reich College of Education

Educational Leadership (EdD)

Appalachian State University is one of the 17 schools that sit under the University of North Carolina System and is known for its inclusion and diversity. This is one of the few online PhD programs in NC in educational leadership, and offers a choice of five concentrations: educational administration, higher education, interdisciplinary studies, literacy in exceptionalities, and instructional technology leadership.

• Courses include: Educational organizations & technology, writing for the professional educator, and applied quantitative methods in education.
• Credits: 60
• Tuition: $304 per credit hour
• Financial aid: Grants, scholarships, federal work-study, and loans
• Acceptance rate: 79.5%
• Location: Boone, North Carolina

The University of North Carolina Charlotte, Department of Geography & Earth Sciences

PhD in Geography

The University of North Carolina Charlotte’s prestigious Department of Geography and Earth Sciences focuses on the theoretical and applied study of the earth’s physical, natural, and human aspects. A doctorate in geography is one of the least common PhD programs in North Carolina and this program is run by award-winning faculty who are expert in multi-disciplinary research.

• Courses include: Geographic information science, the restructuring city, and landscape assessment.
• Duration: 4 years
• Tuition: $240.94 per credit
• Financial aid: Grants, fellowships, graduate assistantships, and loans
• Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Elon University, School of Health Sciences

Doctor of Physical Therapy

The US News & World Report ranked Elon #6  on its list of the most innovative schools in the country. Elon’s School of Health Sciences follows a highly inclusive approach to education and health services. It has a range on innovative projects such as its Anatomical Gift Program, Health Outreach Program at Elon (HOPE) Clinic, the Open-Door Clinic of Alamance County, as well as global learning opportunities. Their Doctor of Physical Therapy program is built around a unique modular curriculum, with each module consisting of several related courses.

• Courses include: PT profession in healthcare, neurosciences & neuromuscular P-problems, and prosthetics & orthotics.
• Tuition & fees: $42,241 per year
• Financial aid: Scholarships, fellowships, grants, and loans
• Acceptance rate: 71.7%
• Location: Elon, North Carolina

Carolina Christian College

Doctor of Ministry

Carolina Christian College is a private, not-for-profit institution that aims to provide education based on biblical principles, and to prepare a diverse student population to serve the ministry and community. The university’s Doctor of Ministry program has a hybrid format that combines online and on-campus education.

• Courses include: Old Testament survey, dynamics of Christian leadership, and communication of Biblical truths.
• Cost: $5,600 per semester
• Financial aid: Scholarships, loans, and veteran benefits
• Delivery: Hybrid
• Acceptance rate: 100%
• Location: Salem, North Carolina

Popular Majors for PhD Programs in NC

North Carolina’s universities offer a range of doctorate programs, so you’re unlikely to struggle to find a school offering your concentration of choice. Having said that, some doctorate majors are in more demand than others.

The most popular majors for PhDs in North Carolina include:

• Business Administration
• Nursing & Healthcare Leadership
• Biological Sciences
• Mechanical Engineering
• Earth Sciences
• Anthropology
• Political Science

Though not all of North Carolina’s universities offer each of these majors, many of its institutions offer doctorates in most if not all of the fields on the list. Some, such as aerodynamics and biochemistry, are only offered by a limited number of institutions. However, the schools that do offer these rare PhDs are typically leaders in their fields with award-winning faculty and a track record of excellence.

Final Thoughts

North Carolina has a number of noteworthy universities, offering valuable opportunities for independent research, eminent mentorship, and excellent networking while earning a doctorate in their field of choice.

If you can’t afford to commit to a full-time, on-campus PhD program in North Carolina, you should consider one of the many online PhD programs offered by the state’s renowned universities. Regardless of whether you are looking for an on-campus or online PhD, North Carolina has a range of excellent programs across various fields.

If you’re still not sure what PhD program is best for you, take a look at these excellent doctorate programs in Florida , or the best 1-year online doctorates , fully-funded PhDs , and cheapest online PhDs .

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Counseling and counselor education, ph.d..

The mission of the Counseling and Educational Development (CED) Ph.D. program is to educate doctoral students to be scholars and stewards of the counseling profession. In this full-time, cohort-based, three-year program, doctoral students develop the advanced knowledge (theories), skills, cultural perspectives, and critical thinking capabilities necessary for effective work in all roles of a counselor educator (i.e., teacher, clinical supervisor, researcher, advanced practitioner, consultant, and leader/advocate), as well as an emerging specialized area of expertise.

All of CED’s programs are CACREP accredited and are in person on the UNCG main campus. All programs are full-time with courses offered predominantly during the day between 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Program Distinctions

• The CED department has consistently been recognized as a top graduate education program by the U.S. News & World Report, ranking third in the nation. The program has rated in the Top 10 list for more than two decades.
• Within North Carolina, CED is the Top Graduate Program for Counselor Education
• Within CED is the Nicholas Vacc Counseling and Consulting Clinic, an in-house training clinic where all students engage in practica experiences with clients.
• CED doctoral students receive hands-on experience leading their own classroom and providing clinical supervision to master’s students in clinical practica and internship that prepares them for a career as a counselor educator or other leadership positions.

The Student Experience

The program is intentionally developmental in the sequence of the courses and experiences provided to students. Through intentional progression of coursework and hands-on experience in research, teaching, and clinical supervision, students become increasingly independent in the various roles of a doctoral-level counseling professional. CED doctoral students have multiple opportunities to explore areas of interest and deepen their research focus, graduating ready to make significant and substantial contributions to research in the field. CED doctoral students are also integral members of our department, developing their professional skills in teaching and supervision as they contribute to the training of our master’s students, always with supervision and support from CED faculty.

Each year, approximately 5-8 doctoral students are recommended for admission into the full-time/day-time counseling program by an Admissions Committee made up of program faculty.  

After Graduation

Careers include: Counselor Educator; Administrator or Director of a counseling clinic; Counselor in private practice, college/university counseling center, and outpatient facilities; Director of School Counseling program; Clinical Supervisor; or Clinical Researcher.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The deadline to apply for the doctoral program is November 15.  Admission is for the fall semester only. Applications that are not completed by the respective deadlines are not reviewed. Please contact the Graduate School to confirm all required information has been received there.

Application criteria for application for the doctoral program includes: 

• Complete online graduate school application.
• Three professional letters of recommendation for doctoral students (most of which should be academic references).  
• Resume or curriculum vitae detailing work experience, volunteer experience, and research background. 
• One written personal statement is required for doctoral applicants. This personal statement should describe your interest in pursuing a doctoral degree in counseling, your aspirations post-graduation, and any other information that would be important for the Admissions Committee to be aware of and that helps to describe you.
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts.
• Graduate Record Exam scores from within the past 5 years.

Transcripts Applicants may either upload official transcripts that have been issued by their institution’s Registrar’s Office onto their online application or order official transcripts that should be mailed to the Graduate School at the following address:  

The Graduate School The University of North Carolina at Greensboro 241 Mossman Building 1202 Spring Garden Street Greensboro, NC 27412  

Online Application We use a completely electronic application process.

All applicants should include the following supplemental documents as attachments to their online application: 

• Personal Statement 
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Timeline and Interviews The admissions committee will begin reviewing applications after the application deadline. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview early in the spring semester. Participation in the interview process is mandatory for selected students. Applicants are notified of their admission status usually within two to four weeks after all interviews are completed; typically, students receive notification no later than April 15.

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UNC School of Education welcomes five new faculty members

As the 2024-25 academic year begins, five new faculty members join the UNC School of Education’s academic community. Nicole Damico, Ph.D.; Annemarie Hindman, Ph.D.; Todd Jensen, Ph.D.; Ha Nguyen, Ph.D.; and Stephanie Anne Shelton, Ph.D., collectively contribute an array of experience, expertise, and high-impact research activities across multiple areas of education and will work closely with students across degree levels and programs.

“This is an exceptional group of new faculty members, and we look forward to the ways in which they will enrich our School of Education and the University and communities well beyond the stone walls of campus,” said Jill Hamm, Ph.D., interim dean and William C. Friday Distinguished Professor of Education. “These faculty members join an already extraordinary faculty and will add valuable perspectives and expertise to existing research synergies and to programs that prepare the next generation of top educators and scholars.”

Meet our new faculty members and explore their areas of expertise.  

Nicole Damico, Ph.D.  

Damico joins the School as a clinical associate professor and program director of the Master of Arts in Teaching program. Prior to this role, she served as an associate professor at the University of Central Florida.  

Damico has taught English Language Arts in middle school, high school, and college classrooms, embracing a teaching philosophy that, she said, “respects and cares for the souls of our students,” an idea she draws from bell hooks. As a teacher educator, she supports teacher candidates in cultivating their evolving identities and engaging in authentic teacher inquiry and action research. Damico is also dedicated to supporting educational opportunities that prepare PK-16 students for the ever-changing digital landscape, enabling them to become informed consumers, producers, disseminators, and inventors of a wide range of media.  

Damico’s research focuses on identifying gaps in educator preparation and exploring digital technologies that support all learners in becoming critical and globally engaged citizens. Her work includes analyzing multimodal tools for reading, writing, and assessment; developing ethical citizenship through digital mindfulness; and incorporating critical social media literacies.  

Damico holds a bachelor’s degree in English and journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a master’s degree and Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction from Pennsylvania State University.  

Annemarie Hindman, Ph.D.  

Hindman joins the School as a professor in both the Applied Developmental Science and Special Education doctoral program concentration and the Master of Education for Experienced Teachers program. Before joining the School, Hindman was a professor of early childhood education and educational psychology at Temple University.  

Growing up in a rural community with a passion for reading and as a way to explore the wider world, Hindman started her career as a Head Start educator, where she became captivated by how young children develop early language and literacy skills. With more than 25 years of experience in education, Hindman has collaborated with families and educators to support children’s reading development from birth through elementary school.  

Hindman’s research aims to support young children at risk for reading difficulties by improving their access to high-quality, culturally relevant instruction at school, home, and within the community. Her methodologies include secondary data analysis, observational research in a variety of settings, and designing and evaluating interventions. Initially a quantitative researcher, Hindman now integrates mixed methods approaches into her work.  

Hindman holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Yale University and a master’s degree in developmental psychology and a Ph.D. in education and psychology from the University of Michigan. She has authored over 80 publications and secured more than $20 million in grants as a principal or co-principal investigator from federal and foundation sources.  

Todd Jensen, Ph.D.  

Jensen joins the School as an assistant professor within the Applied Developmental Science and Special Education doctoral concentration, as well as in the Human Development and Family Science and School Psychology programs. Prior to joining the School, Jensen served as a faculty member at the UNC School of Social Work.  

Jensen specializes in promoting youth development and well-being during family structural transitions, preventing maltreatment among military-connected youth and their families, and strengthening youth-serving systems. With foundational training in developmental science, family science, and clinical social work, he is interested in the development and sustainable implementation of health-promoting and evidence-informed interventions (programs, policies, practices) within youth-serving systems, leveraging advances in implementation science.  

Jensen’s scholarship is driven by the belief that all youth deserve to experience healthy development and well-being across the life course. The interconnected areas of his research seek to (1) identify malleable family processes that promote youth development and well-being in the context of family structural transitions, such as when parental figures enter or exit youth’s primary residence; (2) promote well-being and prevent various forms of maltreatment among military-connected youth and their families; and (3) highlight interpersonal processes that optimize the efforts of teams to sustainably implement health-promoting and evidence-informed interventions in youth-serving systems.  

Jensen obtained his bachelor’s degree in family studies and his master’s degree in clinical social work from Brigham Young University. He also holds a Ph.D. in social work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he further developed skills associated with intervention research, prevention science, and quantitative methodology.  

Ha Nguyen, Ph.D.  

Nguyen joins the School as an assistant professor in the Learning Sciences and Psychological Studies doctoral concentration and the Master of Arts in Educational Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship program. Before joining the School, Nguyen held a faculty position in Instructional Technology and Learning Sciences at Utah State University.   

Nguyen’s current research has a dual focus on design and analytics. From a design perspective, she collaborates with students, educators, and community organizations to ensure that the design of technologies (e.g., conversational agents, learning dashboards) is grounded in learners’ experiences. She applies learning analytics methods to investigate how people construct knowledge in both informal and formal learning environments, whether collaborating with others or interacting with AI technologies. Cultivating local partnerships and centering students’ voices are central threads guiding her research.  

Nguyen’s work is supported by the National Science Foundation, and her research has been published in leading journals in learning analytics and science education, including Computers & Education , British Journal of Educational Technology , Journal of Research in Science Teaching , and Journal of Learning Analytics .  

Nguyen holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Policy and Education from Duke University, as well as master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Education, with a focus on STEM teaching and learning, from the University of California-Irvine.  

Stephanie Anne Shelton, Ph.D.  

Shelton joins the School as an associate professor within the Culture, Curriculum, and Teacher Education doctoral concentration. Previously, she was associate professor of qualitative research at the University of Alabama.  

As a former K-12 teacher, Shelton is driven by a commitment to student learning through investigating pedagogical practices in qualitative inquiry, emphasizing how students learn to design and conduct qualitative studies that prioritize equity and social justice. Through her research, she also explores LGBTQ+ issues in educational settings, particularly in socio-politically restrictive contexts. Specializing in interview- and focus group-based research, Shelton’s research is often informed by feminist and queer theories, focusing on methodological concepts such as reflexivity, informed consent, bias, and subjectivity. In addition to seven books, Shelton has published various scholarly articles in publications including: Qualitative Inquiry ,  International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education ,  International Review of Qualitative Research ,  Qualitative Research Journal ,  GLQ: A Journal of Lesbian and Gay Studies ,  English Education , and  Teaching and Teacher Education .  

In recognition of her scholarship, Shelton has received numerous awards, including the AERA’s Division D Early Career Award, NCTE LGBTQ+ Advocacy and Leadership Award, Nellie Rose McCrory Teaching Excellence Award, ALA Choice Book Award, Divergent Award for Excellence in Literacy Advocacy, Texas Woman’s University Visiting Scholar, and University of Georgia LLED Distinguished Alumni Award. Her research has been funded by the Spencer Foundation, the American Educational Research Association, the National Council of Teachers of English, the SEC Faculty Grant Program, the Georgia Governor’s Office of Student Achievement, and the U.S. Department of Justice.  

Shelton garnered a bachelor’s degree in English literature from Mercer University, and two master’s degrees in English literature and English education from Georgia College & State University. She holds a Ph.D. in qualitative research, language & literacy education, and Women’s Studies from The University of Georgia.  

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Teacher education and learning sciences (phd).

Degree Requirements

Degrees will be distributed as "Doctor of Philosophy" without any program area specifications.

In addition to the required College core courses above, students must select one of 6 approved concentrations listed below and complete the minimum 30 hours required in the selected concentration (including the 2 required concentration area courses listed above).

1. Educational Equity

2. Educational Psychology 

3. Elementary Education in Mathematics and Science

4. Learning Design and Technology

5.  Literacy and English Language Arts Education

6.  Social Studies Education

*ED 700 Introduction to Research Design in Education, or its equivalent is a pre-requisite course for any research course. A graduate student may take it as part of their Program Area of Study, with approval from their advisor.

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Occupational Summary

The Associate Director of Development for The Graduate School will serve as a fundraiser for The Graduate School (TGS), including frontline fundraising at the major and leadership gift levels, qualifying and cultivating the pipeline for volunteers and donors from the Annual Fund to The Graduate Board of Visitors (GBOV) levels, and coordinating the strategy for Annual Fund efforts.  Programmatic responsibilities related to the regional alumni boards and the GBOV are included in job responsibilities.  This position will report to the Director of Development for The Graduate School and partners on overall strategy, initiatives, and events.

Work Performed

Develop and execute strategies to raise funds for The Graduate School through the following activities:

Portfolio Management

• Maintain an advanced knowledge of TGS funding strategies and priorities.
• Build and manage a portfolio of active prospects and donors from which to qualify, cultivate, solicit, close and steward annual fund, major gifts, and leadership gifts.
• Develop internal prospect lists by collaborating with colleagues in Business Intelligence and using individual research to identify and prioritize outreach to donors.
• Collaborate with Director of Development to continually match fundraising priorities with prospects.
• Travel to key regions approximately 10 times a year to meet graduate alumni in order to qualify, cultivate, solicit and close gifts with donors.
• Utilize telephone, videoconference, e-mail, and new media to cultivate, solicit, close, and steward new and established annual fund, major, and leadership gift donors.
• Use Business Intelligence tools to track and document all fundraising activities for TGS.
• Collaborate with colleagues on the University Development Individual Giving teams to coordinate prospect activity for joint prospects and referrals.

Program Support

• Represent TGS Development in standing meetings with dean, TGS Leadership, and Trinity teams.
• Support the Director and TGS team in campaign activities including planning and representation on related cabinets and committees.
• Partner with the Director in managing Graduate Board of Visitors including recruitment, programming, and development of board members.
• Support regional alumni activity through engagement and volunteer opportunities, communication support, and philanthropic guidance.
• Collaborate with the Annual Fund team to acquire new donors, better steward existing donors, and customize the solicitation of leadership donors.
• Partner with the TGS Communications Director on the alumni newsletter.
• Attend and staff key annual events such as homecoming, commencement, awards ceremonies, board meetings, etc.
• Assist with other tasks and special projects as needed.

Ability to travel frequently is required.

Required Competencies:

• Collaborating with others: Ability to work collaboratively, formally and informally within one’s team and across the organization.
• Expressing ideas orally and in writing : Possesses above average ability to effectively and persuasively communicate ideas, thoughts, and facts orally and in writing. 
• Decisiveness & Judgment : Uses sound judgment to make appropriate, timely decisions in complex situations for which there are no set procedures.
• Listening: Is an “active listener”. Establishes rapport with and is receptive to speaker. Picks up on underlying messages; “hears between the lines”.
• Ability to influence : Ability to move or persuade others to act in a desired way. Uses indirect influence.
• Goal & Task Management : Prioritize and coordinate tasks with attention to deadlines, concurrent management of projects and ability to create and follow a set strategy for short and long-term goals and objectives.
• Curiosity & Information Seeking: Expresses an underlying curiosity in people and an ability to go beyond questions that are routine to gain an understanding of the prospects capacity, affinity and inclination.
• Flexibility: The ability to adapt to and work effectively with a variety of situations, and with various individuals. Adapts tactics appropriately.
• Dealing with Ambiguity : Makes decisions and takes action with limited information. Anticipates impact of change and directs self and others in smoothly shifting gears.
• Organizational Awareness : Ability to learn and understand organizational relationships and dynamics. Uses networks, alliances and individuals to achieve objectives.
• Leadership : Ability to effectively manage and guide group efforts. Takes an active role in developing motivational strategies.

Minimum Qualifications

Work requires communications, analytical and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program.

Work requires seven years experience in alumni affairs, public development. relations, fund raising, sales and promotions, marketing or a related field in order to acquire skills necessary to administer, coordinate and/or participate in general fund raising activities and proposal OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

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Concentration: Counseling and Counselor Education

Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Program: Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development Department: Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development (ELPHD) Delivery Method: On Campus

The Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, Policy and Human Development with a concentration in counseling and counselor education is designed to prepare dedicated, knowledgeable, skillful, ethically responsible, and socially and culturally aware professionals for the 21st century. We seek talented and engaged students, with diverse counseling and counseling-related professional experiences, who are committed to teaching, research, scholarship, technology, leadership, collaboration, advocacy, multiculturalism and equity in counseling and counselor education. Our graduates will become scholars, administrators and leaders who will design, implement and evaluate innovative counseling and educational projects or services focused on the empowerment of marginalized populations and the promotion of equity and fairness worldwide.

Accreditation: NC State is accredited by SACS until 2024 and all Counselor Education programs are accredited by CACREP until March 30, 2030.

Concentration Description

Founded in 1946, the Counselor Education Program at North Carolina State University has had a long and rich history of contributing to the needs of North Carolina and the nation.

The doctorate – with its combined focus on research, theory and practice – is designed to prepare leaders for the field of Counseling and Counselor Education. All of our on-campus programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The new online masters program is reviewed by CACREP for accreditation.

In addition to the traditional core on developmental theory, coupled with the design and implementation of preventive interventions based on this model, the program focuses on clinical counseling theory and practice. In the design of the curriculum and throughout each course, the student’s competence in theory and practice is important. Students participate in individualized field experiences appropriate to their area of studies, in settings on and away from campus.

Another major focus is the commitment to diversity, which is reflected in the required coursework and faculty-student community. In light of this, we are particularly interested in attracting students from culturally diverse backgrounds. In recent years, we have increased the proportion of culturally different students from less than 5% to almost 20% of our degree candidates. Our curriculum content acknowledges the significance of cross-cultural perspectives in counseling theory, research and practice.

The Counselor Education Program at NC State shares the university’s land grant mission. Through our Scientist-Practitioner and School-College-Community Collaboration Model, we train culturally competent counselors and counselor educators who are able to work collaboratively across settings to effectively lead, serve and advocate for the academic, career, personal and social development of children, adults, families and communities.

Our vision is to further the frontiers of knowledge. Advanced video, computer and networking technologies continue to link Counselor Education graduate students and faculty with regional, state, national and international partners in teaching, research and service endeavors. These efforts are designed to offer hope to individuals with the least access to educational and career opportunities afforded by life in the 21st century.

Concentration Objectives

Counseling and Counselor Education Concentration (doctoral) – Students will demonstrate the skills, knowledge, and dispositions necessary to function as counselor educators, supervisors, researchers, and practitioners in academic and clinical settings.

Admission Requirements

Please note:  If you are currently enrolled in a master’s degree program in our College of Education and are interested in pursuing a Ph.D., you must formally apply to the program through the Graduate School.

Applicants are expected to have a master’s degree in counseling or an equivalent degree with master’s level coursework equivalent to that of a 60-credit hour CACREP-accredited program. In addition to the academic credentials attesting to intellectual competence, evidence of successful leadership and outstanding professional commitment are desired.

• Completed online application, resume and non-refundable application fee
• GRE exams are required for our Doctoral Degree in Counseling and Counselor Education.
• Three recommendations from people who know your academic record and potential for graduate study (letters should be uploaded online)
• A personal statement answering the prompts detailed in the application. Personal statements should not exceed 5 pages, double spaced, using 12 point Times New Roman
• Official* transcripts of all post-secondary education
• Official** statement of English Proficiency (TOEFL) for international students
• Students will be asked to submit a writing sample once application is received

Selection for admission is based on a number of considerations:

• Academic achievement, especially in the junior and senior undergraduate years, and performance in any graduate courses, are carefully evaluated for evidence of competence in intellectual inquiry. For PhD students, a 60-credit hour counseling degree or equivalent master’s program and coursework is required.
• Performance ratings and recommendations from professors and supervisory personnel are also carefully examined for evidence of personal qualities requisite for professional competence.
• Demonstrated leadership activity and/or significant work experience represent additional important factors.
• Interview process – all doctoral candidates are expected to be interviewed, barring significant geographical distances.

Applications and all supporting documents must be received on or before the Graduate School Priority Deadlines or the Program Deadlines.  International students should also consider their specific deadlines, whichever is earlier. For questions, contact us via  [email protected]  or 919.515.2244.

Course of Study

Ph.D. programs in the College of Education require a minimum of 60 graduate credit hours beyond an approved master’s degree.

This concentration consists of a Theory Core, Research Core, Professional Applications Core and Specialization, all of which extend the knowledge base of the counseling profession in a community of scholarly inquiry and engagement.

Course descriptions can be found in the university course catalog.

COLLEGE CORE COURSES (Total:  21 Credits)

Scholar Leaders Courses (6 credits)

• ED 755  Scholar Leader: Diversity and Equity in Schools and Community
• ED 756  Scholar Leader: Systemic Change in Education and Society

Required College Research Methods  (15 credits)

• ED 710  Applied Quantitative Methods in Education, or equivalent
• ED 730  Introduction to Qualitative Research in Ed, or equivalent
• ECD 736  Advanced Assessment in Counseling
• ECD 738  Research in Counselor Education

At least ONE of the following research method courses:

• ED 711 Applied Quantitative Methods in Education II or
• ED 731 Advanced Qualitative Research and Data Analysis in Ed or
• ED 750 Mixed Methods Research in Education

Note: Student areas of research are typically focused around technology and other best practices in school, college and clinical mental health counseling and counselor education; domestic and international diversity; and advocacy and equity. Students are highly encouraged to develop inter-disciplinary scholarship through their dissertations and other research expectations. Doctoral students work closely with faculty in designing, implementing and evaluating innovative educational and research projects in response to the needs of society.

Ph.D CORE COURSES (Total:  28 Credits)

Scholar Core Required Courses (6 credits)

• ECD 732 Advanced Multicultural Counseling
• ECD 860 Professional Issues in Counselor Education

Concentration Courses (22 credits)

• ECD 731 Career Development Theory and Research
• ECD 735 Counseling Supervision: Theory and Research
• ECD 843 Advanced Counseling Practicum
• ECD 847 Counseling Supervision: Practicum
• ECD 850 Internship in Counselor Education
• ECD 886 Supervised Practice Teaching in Counselor Education

Dissertation Research (Total:  9 Credits)

• ECD 895 Doctoral Dissertation Research (minimum of 6 cr.)
• ECD 899 Doctoral Dissertation Preparation (3 cr.) (Final Semester before Graduation)

Note: A thesis equivalent for those not having completed a thesis during their master’s program is a co-requisite: (ECD 893: Doctoral Supervised Research 2 cr.).

*NOTE*: FOR DOCTORAL STUDENTS EITHER PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME WHO ARE WORKING ON THEIR DISSERTATION.

Writing the dissertation requires a major commitment of time and effort on both the part of the doctoral student and the faculty advisor. There should be consultation between the student and the dissertation chair about what is expected to be accomplished, and how much time is to be invested before the student registers. The College of Education strongly recommends that students who are registering for dissertation research (895) or preparation (899) register for at least 3 semester hours per semester, when appropriate.

• Stanley Baker , Professor of Counselor Education, Counselor Education Program, Coordinator of the School Counseling Program, Adviser to the Nu Sigma Chi Chapter of the Chi Sigma Iota Counseling and Academic Honor Society International, ELPHD Department
• Cristina Braga , Assistant Teaching Professor, Counselor Education, ELPHD Department
• Nicole Childs , Assistant Teaching Professor, GCCE Coordinator, Counselor Education, ELPHD Department
• Adria Shipp Dunbar , Assistant Professor, Counselor Education, ELPHD Department
• Marc Grimmett , Professor, Associate Department Head, Coordinator of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program, Counselor Education, ELPHD Department
• Rolanda Mitchell , Assistant Teaching Professor, Counselor Education, ELPHD Department
• Sylvia Nassar , Professor, Counselor Education, ELPHD Department
• Brean’a Parker , Assistant Professor, Counselor Education, ELPHD Department
• Jose Picart , Senior Faculty Fellow, Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, Professor of Counselor Education, ELPHD Department and Executive Director, Wake Partnership for Postsecondary Success
• Angela Smith , Associate Teaching Professor, Coordinator of Counselor Education Program, Counselor Education, ELPHD Department
• Terri Tilford, Assistant Teaching Professor, Clinical Coordinator, Counselor Education, ELPHD Department
• Siu-Man Raymond Ting , Professor, and Director of Graduate Programs, On-Campus College Counseling and Student Development Coordinator, ELPHD Department
• Elizabeth Vincent , Assistant Teaching Professor, Clinical Coordinator, Counselor Education, ELPHD Department

Additional Information

Current student forms may be found  here .

For a complete and detailed description of the concentration’s objectives and organization, as well as regulations, procedures and resources for all students, please refer to the  Counselor Education Student Handbook 2020-2021 .

Counseling Program_Student Outcomes

CE Program Annual Report  2018-2019 Counselor Education Program Report

For Counseling and Counselor Education Program student outcomes, click  here .

Admission/Information Session

Join us for a College-Wide Graduate Student Open House on Oct. 9 or Nov. 16, 2023, 6:30 to 8 p.m. 

Still have questions? Complete the form below or contact us.

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New Rankings Place NC State Among National Leaders in Science Research Output

New rankings place NC State among the nation’s top universities in research output in science fields.

The recently released Leiden Ranking , produced by the Centre for Science and Technology Studies at Leiden University in the Netherlands, ranks universities by articles published in scientific journals. The bibliographic database Web of Science is the primary source of the journal data.

Among the highlights for NC State:

• 8th nationally in life and earth sciences
• 18th nationally in physical sciences and engineering
• 25th nationally in mathematics and computer science

Overall, NC State ranked 41st nationally with more than 7,400 publications published from 2019 to 2022 (collaborative publications were counted fractionally). Worldwide, NC State ranked 167th out of more than 1,500 ranked universities.

This post was originally published in College of Sciences News.

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