Doctoral Program:
Policy Studies

The University of Maryland is proud to announce the development of a new doctoral program leading to a PhD. The program will prepare doctoral students to conduct large-scale research to inform policy by providing training in specific research methodologies and design principles. An emphasis is placed on research involving children and youth with disabilities. Students in the program will have the opportunity to:

	Take courses taught by faculty at UMCP in the disciplines of education, public, and disability policy; and quantitative methods
	Attend and/or participate in seminars
	Gain hands-on experience in large-scale research
	Interact with federal policymakers in a number of agencies

For more information:

This program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)