Prospective Students often have questions or want to talk with faculty and current students in the program to learn more about the opportunities available to them. Because of the size of the program, and the national and international applicant pools, scheduling individual meetings with faculty can be difficult to manage. Therefore, the HEA Program has created a series of opportunities for prospective students to engage individually with faculty and other students--both on-campus and across the country!

The purpose of this webpage is to outline specific upcoming events and opportunities for prospective students to meet with faculty. Students interested in learning more are strongly encouraged to first attend one of these events, as we have discovered from other students that these experiences prove to be valuable and informative.

Following is a list of information sessions, open houses, and other special events in the near future that you may already be attending, or that you may be able to arrange your schedule so that you can participate. Please note that this page is frequently updated with new and changed information--so check-back for new information and verify something has changed! Students can RSVP or request more information about upcoming sessions by e-mail ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ) or phone (703-726-8254).

Students can RSVP or request more information about upcoming sessions by e-mail ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ) or phone (703-726-8254).

The GSEHD Office of Admissions also schedules events and participates in regional and national fairs and programs. Check-out the Admissions Page for more information. If you have specific questions related to participating in an upcoming event, please e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Doctoral Interviews

Applicants to the HEA Doctoral Program (both the traditional and cohort tracks) are required to participate in interviews as part of their application process. To best facilitate this process, the program offers multiple options for interview times and locations. A face-to-face interview is preferred.

To inquire about interview times or schedule an interview, please contact the HEA Program Office, 703-726-8254 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Applicants to the HEA Master's Program are not required or expected to complete an interview.