Teachers College at Columbia University launches first Ph.D. in educational neuroscience: Fully funded program to begin fall 2027

Teachers College at Columbia University is launching its first fully funded Ph.D. in educational neuroscience, aiming to bridge brain science and education. This new program streamlines research pathways and emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to advance educational equity. The initiative, approved by the University Senate, will equip scholars to translate neurobiological findings into practical educational applications, with applications opening for Fall 2027.