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UCLA's Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education program accepts just 8.57% of applicants while maintaining a net cost of $14,013, creating an unusual combination of selectivity and affordability. The acceptance rates across these five programs span from UCLA's single digits to Eastern Washington's 96.12%, reflecting different institutional approaches to this field. California dominates this affordable market with three UC campuses, positioning graduates well for the state's $89.5 billion K-12 education system that serves 6.2 million students and constantly seeks professionals who understand educational theory and policy implementation.
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Programs
$13,091 – $16,928
Net Price Range
76.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,091 $8,353 47.2% 96.1%
2 $13,707 $14,170 76.6% 68.7%
3 $14,013 $13,747 92.7% 8.6%
4 $16,607 $14,560 74.5% 46.9%
5 $16,928 $11,205 89.3% 49.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive acceptance rate gap between these programs?

UCLA accepts only 8.57% of applicants while Eastern Washington accepts 96.12%, a difference that reflects institutional selectivity rather than program quality. Wisconsin-Madison and UC Santa Cruz fall in the middle at 49.06% and 46.92% respectively, while UC Riverside accepts 68.69% of candidates.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in this field?

UCLA achieves a 92.7% graduation rate at $14,013 net cost, while Wisconsin-Madison reaches 89.3% at $16,928. Eastern Washington's 47.2% graduation rate comes with the lowest cost at $13,091, suggesting that completion success varies significantly regardless of affordability.

Is the California university system particularly strong for education foundations studies?

Three UC campuses appear in this affordable group, with graduation rates ranging from UC Riverside's 76.6% to UCLA's 92.7%. California's massive education sector creates substantial demand for professionals trained in educational theory, policy analysis, and curriculum development across its 1,000+ school districts.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.