What Do I Need to Do to Apply to International Education Ph.D. Programs

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Hi all!

I'm interested in applying for Ph.D. programs in the fall for fall 2018 entry in international/comparative education policy.  I'd like to ask what I need to do in order to be a more competitive candidate for Ph.D. programs, and what are some realistic chances of getting accepted.  

Currently I am a student in a top 20 education school in higher education administration with a GPA of 3.75. My undergraduate degree was at a public AAU school in east Asian Languages and literature and in international relations with a GPA of 3.46.  After graduating from undergrad, I spent four years living abroad teaching English in foreign universities - three years were in the Peace Corps.  I am currently an international student advisor.  GRE: verbal 158, quantitative 155, writing 4.

My interest is in better serving international students in American universities - addressing acculturation and integration issues as well as student development.    

Thanks for the help!