The part-time Educational Linguistics Ed.D. program is designed for experienced language educators in the early to mid-stages of their careers. It aims to equip them with advanced knowledge, research skills, and technical expertise to become leaders in language education. The program focuses on a research-based, practitioner-oriented approach, enabling students to address critical issues in curriculum development, instructional practice, program design, teacher development, and assessment. Graduates will be prepared to apply research findings to their professional practice, advance into leadership roles, and train future language instructors.
Graduates are prepared for leadership positions in world language education, contributing to program development and faculty training in various educational settings.
All questions about the admissions process should be directed to the specific academic program of interest.
Tuition is calculated per course unit (c.u.). Rates are estimates and subject to change. The General Fee funds non-instructional student support services. The Clinical Fee supports Penn Wellness services.
For Fall 2026/Spring 2027, tuition is estimated at $41,652 per term, based on 6 course units. This includes a General Fee of $2,134 per term and a Clinical Fee of $385 per term, making the total per-term cost $44,171. The total estimated degree tuition is $83,304.
The Educational Linguistics Ed.D. program is a part-time, on-campus program. Students typically take one to two courses per semester and complete 10 required courses and 6 electives.
Graduates are prepared for leadership positions in world language education, including roles in colleges and universities, primary and secondary schools, private language schools, and online environments. They can also pursue careers in training language instructors.
The application deadline is not specified. The intake term for new students is Fall.
A degree is required for admission. All other questions about the admissions process should be directed to the specific academic program.