Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction: Emphasis in Multicultural Education
Vision
We are a community of learners, educators, researchers, and educational stakeholders committed to critical engagement and equitable education for a pluralistic society.
Mission
The Multicultural Education program area will strive toward our vision by equipping students and engaging faculty within our four interrelated academic emphases:
- Cultural competent – Advancing Cultural & Equity Pedagogical Expertise
- Change Agent – Actualizing Equity & Applied Research Expertise
- Critical Intellectual – Advocating for Community & Public Engagement
- Collaborative Innovator – Ameliorating Community Agency & Advocacy
ADMISSIONS
To be admitted to a graduate program, you must apply to the TLAC department and Texas A&M University.
Program Details
Degree: Curriculum & Instruction
Program Delivery: Traditional/Campus-based
Emphasis: Multicultural Education
Degrees Offered: Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D.
Credit Hours: 64
Program Specializations
- Urban Education
- Race and Ethnic Education
- Social Class, Power and Privilege
- Critical Global Education
Under Development
- Gender and Sexual Diversity
- Language and Linguistic
Program Chair
Dr. Paul Hernandez
Associate Professor
Assistant Chair
Dr. John Williams III
Assistant Professor
Dr. Quinita Ogletree
Lecturer
Contact Advisors
Kara Bond
Assistant Director
Core Faculty
Dr. Jemimah Young
Associate Professor
Dr. John Williams III
Assistant Professor
Dr. Marlon James
Assistant Professor
Dr. Quinita Ogletree
Lecturer
Affiliate Faculty
DR. MONICA NESHYBA
Clinical Assistant Professor
DR. CHERYL CRAIG
Professor
Dr. RADHIKA VIRURU
Clinical Professor
Dr. Andrew Kwok
Assistant Professor
Dr. Paul Hernandez
Associate Professor
Dr. Jamaal Young
Associate Professor
Dr. ArCasia James Gallaway
Assistant Professor
Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson
Professor EAHR
DR. PATRICK SLATTERY
Professor
Frequently Asked Questions
Doctoral
I still have further questions—who can I contact to help me answer those?
Please feel free to contact our Graduate Advising Office with any questions you may have. Our office information can be found at https://tlac.tamu.edu/student-services/graduate-advising.
Can you guide me through the application process?
Please visit our web page at https://tlac.tamu.edu/admissions/masters-admissions or https://tlac.tamu.edu/admissions/doctoral-admissions for step-by-step information about applying for our master’s and doctoral programs.
How to Apply: Master’s Application Information | Doctoral Application Information
How soon can I apply?
Prospective students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible!
I live out of state. Do you accept out-of-state applicants?
Yes, we accept in-state and out-of-state applicants.
Is there any opportunity for financial assistance?
Yes, there are opportunities for financial assistance through the Office of Graduate Studies Financial Aid at https://financialaid.tamu.edu/graduate.
What are the typical program costs?
You can base the cost of attendance on 64 graduate credit hours (for doctoral students). The following website can help you estimate the cost of the program, including current costs of tuition and fees: Cost of attendance estimator
Is the GRE required?
GRE is only required for Ed.D. applicants.