Doctor of Philosophy in Science Education
Western Michigan University

Program Details

Enroll in this STEM teaching degree and advance professional opportunities. Take your science or science education background to the next level. This program prepares students to teach science at the college level or to become a researcher or department chair.  

This STEM teaching degree features many options. First, you can choose from three tracks:

  • College Science Teaching
  • College Science Teaching with Discipline-specific Research Focus
  • Science Curriculum and Instruction

Further customize your degree by choosing to complete a generalist program or concentrate on biological sciences, chemistry, geosciences, physical geography, or physics.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Western Michigan University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Should have a background in science or science education