Mathematics Education Ph.D.

Ph.D.
Credits: 64-73
Location: Greeley
Admissions: Fall

We have one of the nation’s unique mathematics education programs. As the only Ph.D. program in the department, you’ll get our faculty’s full attention and resources. We’ll provide you with skills for mathematics teaching and learning in grades 6-14.

We assume that a deep understanding of mathematics is fundamental to teaching mathematics. It’s fundamental for mathematics education research and for supporting reform in mathematics education.

You will receive comprehensive mathematics education that will prepare you to:

• Excel as a university mathematics instructor.

• Conduct original research in mathematics education.

• Offer professional development to K-12 mathematics teachers.

• Influence public policy related to STEM education.

This program is suitable for secondary mathematics teachers and community college mathematics instructors. It’s also suitable for those with graduate work in mathematics.

This program is an on-campus program designed to be completed in four or five years.

Most students in the program are teaching assistants.

Career Pathway

There is a need for equitable and reformed teaching of mathematics in grades 6-14. This program will provide you skills and tools to be the one to make a change in mathematics education. Graduates of the program are able to:

• Teach mathematics at several levels.

• Perform research.

• Engage in and further ongoing efforts to improve mathematics education for all students.

• Serve as leaders in mathematics education.

Once you complete a dissertation, you will enter the job market with expertise and prospects for:

• Mathematics leadership jobs in K-12 education.

• Tenure-track university faculty positions.

• Professional development consulting.

• Researcher positions within the government or nonprofit sectors.