Academics

Mathematics Education

PhD • Doctoral

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The STEM designated PhD in Mathematics Education prepares you to contribute to research and practice in the field. The program is designed for candidates with strong backgrounds in both mathematics and mathematics education and supports career paths such as mathematics education researcher, teacher educator, curriculum developer, and district or agency leader.

Coursework includes advanced study in mathematics education, research methods, and mathematics, alongside seminars and supervised research. You’ll engage with faculty research, present scholarly work, and build the methodological tools needed for dissertation research.
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Apply for the Westerdahl Fellowship

Planning to apply to our Ph.D. program? Apply for the Westerdahl Fellowship, which supports full-time studies in the Ph.D. program in Mathematics Education. You’ll receive a full ride with a stipend of $25,000 per year, renewable for up to four years. Westerdahl Fellows work with faculty and peers as they gain valuable research and teaching experiences while completing a doctoral degree.

Montclair Westerdahl Fellowships

Admission Requirements

  • Equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree.
  • Applicants with non-U.S. degrees: Please visit the international applicants page to review U.S. degree equivalency information.

Application Checklist

Application Deadline: March 1st (for Fall admission). November 1 (for Spring Admission).

  1. Deposit Required: An enrollment deposit is required upon admission and will be applied to your first semester’s tuition.
  2. Online Application: Submit application and $60 non-refundable fee (or waiver if applicable).
  3. Transcript: One from each college attended.
  4. Essays: Two required, The General Statement of Research/Inquiry and the General Statement of Purpose statements should be up to 4 pages each, double-spaced and excluding references.
    • The Statement: The Statement of Purpose provides you an opportunity to give evidence of your unique talents and experiences as an applicant to doctoral study at Montclair State University. In preparing your statement, please keep in mind that the Admissions Committee is seeking evidence of your ability to communicate clearly and professionally. Please include your reasons for pursuing doctoral studies by referring to relevant personal, academic and work experiences. Please also outline your future plans and any other information that may be of interest to the Admissions Committee.
    • General Statement of Research/Inquiry: The Statement of Research/Inquiry provides you an opportunity to inform the Admissions Committee of your thoughts, ideas and areas of interest that may lead to dissertation research. In preparing your statement, please keep in mind that the Admissions Committee is seeking evidence of your ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
  5. Resume: Required.
  6. Letters of Recommendation: Three.
  7. Standardized Test Scores: GRE Optional

Questions? We’re Here to Help.

If you have any general questions regarding the application process and requirements, please contact Graduate Admissions.

Office of Graduate Admissions

Get guidance on every step of the application process, from admission requirements and deadlines to transcripts, test scores and next steps toward enrollment. The Office of Graduate Admissions provides the information and resources needed to put forward a strong application.

Program Coordinator: Dr. Nicole Panorkou

Get detailed information about the program itself—from curriculum and faculty expertise to research, internships and career outcomes. The program coordinator can explain how the program connects to your academic and professional goals.

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