| Admission deadlines: | Summer - Rolling admission (January 15 to be considered for merit-based tuition supports) |
| Standardized tests: | Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators (Reading, Writing, and Math). |
| Recommendations required: | Two (2) recommendations (preferably one from a faculty member and the other from a professional supervisor) |
| Prior academic records: | Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission. |
| Transcripts from institutions outside the United States must be accompanied by an official transcript evaluation from an accredited independent evaluating agency. Please be sure you request a detailed evaluation that includes all course titles, credit hours, grade-point average (GPA), United States degree equivalency, and date of degree conferral. Please see the list of acceptable foreign credential evaluation services (https://www.naces.org/members.php). | |
| Statement of purpose: | In an essay of 250 to 500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study at The George Washington University, describing your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned in the application. |
| Additional requirements: | A resumé and a program interview are required. |
| International applicants only: | Please review International Applicant Information (https://graduate.admissions.gwu.edu/international-student-application-requirements) carefully for details on required documents, earlier deadlines for applicants requiring an I-20 or DS-2019 from GW, and English language requirements. |
Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:
Office of Graduate Admissions
Graduate School of Education and Human Development
The George Washington University
2136 G Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052
Contact for questions:
gsehdadm@gwu.edu ~ 202-994-9283 (phone) ~ 202.994.7207 (fax)
9:30 am – 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday
The following requirements must be fulfilled: 36 credits in required courses, successful completion of the master of arts in education and human development comprehensive examination, and completion of the relevant teacher licensure assessments (see below).
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses | ||
| SPED 6200 | Foundations of Reading Instruction | |
| SPED 6201 | Overview of Legal Issues in Educating Students with Disabilities | |
| SPED 6202 | Researching Current Trends in Special Education | |
| SPED 6203 | Research and Practice of Diagnostic Reading for Students with Disabilities | |
| SPED 6204 | Analysis of Personalized Teaching for Professionals Working with Students with Disabilities | |
| SPED 6233 | Culturally Responsive Curriculum in Special Education | |
| SPED 6238 | Issues in Educating Individuals with Learning, Emotional, and Intellectual Disabilities | |
| SPED 6260 | Developmental Assessment in Special Education | |
| SPED 6288 | Understanding the Characteristics and Needs of Students with Disabilities | |
| SPED 6290 | Affective Development and Behavior Management for Teaching Students with Disabilities | |
| SPED 6990 | Practicum in Teaching Students with Disabilities | |
| SPED 6991 | Internship in Teaching Students with Disabilities | |
| Additional requirements | ||
| Successful completion of the master of arts in education and human development comprehensive examination. | ||
| Completion of the relevant teacher licensure assessments (i.e., PRAXIS) required by the District of Columbia Educator Licensure Services Office. | ||