The doctoral program in reading prepares educators and researchers for specialized work in reading at all levels of education. The program responds to the recognition of the value of literacy and contributes to its development in diverse social contexts, from local school districts to universities in the United States and abroad. At all levels of study, the interrelationships of theory and practice are valued in preparing students to develop theory and new knowledge leading to a transactional integration of research and teaching. In addition to the following program requirements, students must meet the admission requirements of the university to which they apply before they can be considered for admission into the federation program. The federation committee for the reading education doctoral program admits qualified students into either a Ph.D. or an Ed.
Admission is based on the applicant's career goals, work experience and other pertinent factors.
Submission of three letters of recommendation and a goals statement for doctoral study. Completion of an on-site writing sample. Three years of successful teaching experience. An interview with program faculty. Successful completion of the common admissions examination.