Graduate Degrees in Equity, Bilingualism & Biliteracy

Equity, Bilingualism & Biliteracy

In the School of Education’s equity, bilingualism and biliteracy programs, you will explore the cultures, language policies, and social and political contexts of schools in a diverse, supportive learning environment.

Choose one of three concentration areas in the master’s program, with options to pursue your degree part time or full time. Gain direct experience in bilingual, multicultural, English as a second language or special education while developing skills and competencies essential to the work of all educators.

Degree Types

MA ᐧ PhD

Experience Colorado’s top-ranked graduate programs in education. CU Boulder has the best graduate school for education in the state, according to .

Qualify for a Colorado endorsement in your concentration area. Completing the master’s program may qualify you for a Colorado endorsement in the areas of culturally and linguistically diverse education (K–12) or special education generalist.

Join an esteemed alumni network. The School of Education has more than 13,000 alumni across the U.S., with 67% living in Colorado.

Degree Options & Application Requirements

Equity, Bilingualism and Biliteracy

Master of Arts in Equity, Bilingualism and Biliteracy

Areas of emphasis include:
- Culturally and linguistically diverse education
- Culturally and linguistically diverse education/special education generalist
- Social/multicultural/bilingual education
Can be completed on a part-time basis
May qualify for a Colorado endorsement in your area of emphasis

Application Deadlines & Requirements

To learn about the upcoming term application deadlines, please visit the Graduate School website.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Education with Emphasis in Equity, Bilingualism and Biliteracy

Expected to have appropriate master’s degree and professional background
Can be completed in 5 years
30 hours of dissertation credit required

Application Deadlines & Requirements

To learn about the upcoming term application deadlines, please visit the Graduate School website.

For program details, review the .

Research Areas

Bilingual/Bicultural Education
Special Education
Multicultural Education
Literacy
Human Development

Funding Opportunites

We understand funding opportunities play a major role in helping you to decide whether a program is right for you. At CU Boulder, PhD students are supported through research and teaching assistantships. �鶹��Ժ are also encouraged to apply for their own sources of funding.

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Graduate Student Resources

Student success is best met with holistic support and resources. CU Boulder offers robust resources, programming and opportunities to help students establish meaningful connections, adjust to graduate student life and find assistance when they need it. Whether it’s academic, social, or health and wellness support, the university provides an array of resources to meet the diverse needs of our students.

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