Ph.D. in Special Education: Deaf and Hard of Hearing
The Ph.D. in Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is administered and awarded through the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Columbia University. The degree requires a minimum of 84 credits beyond the master’s degree and presumes a background in and/or direct professional experience in working with individuals who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing. The Ph.D. program comprises several areas of study including: 1) advanced study in general special education, 2) advanced study in research paradigms, 3) advanced study in the education of the d/Deaf and hard of hearing, and 4) advanced study in a professional specialization.
Admission Information
Displaying requirements for the Spring 2027, Summer 2027, and Fall 2027 terms.
Program is not accepting applications for the 2027 cycle.
Doctor of Philosophy
- Points/Credits: 84
- Entry Terms: Fall
- Enrollment Formats: Full-Time Campus-Based, Part-Time Campus-Based
Application Requirements
| Requirement | |
|---|---|
| Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume | |
| Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed | |
| Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable) | |
| $75 Application Fee | |
| Two (2) Letters of Recommendation | |
| Academic Writing Sample | |
| GRE General Test | |
| Interview (phone, video, or in-person) required for all applicants |
For admission-related inquiries, please contact HAEPadmission@tc.columbia.edu.
Requirements from the TC Catalog (AY 2026-2027)
View catalog information for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 terms.