923 Best PhD Degree Programs for 2024

Browse our comprehensive list of the 923 best PhD Degree programs offered in 2024, meticulously curated to help you find the perfect fit for your academic goals and career aspirations.

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Ph.D. in Energy Engineering

University of North Dakota College of Engineering and Mines

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Online

United States of America (USA)

Renewable Energy, Engineering

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

This UND graduate program focuses on energy engineering fundamentals, along with independent research and career preparation. You will have the flexibility to attend online or on campus and customize your doctoral program according to your greatest interests.

English

3 Years

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Curriculum and Instruction Doctorate (Ph.D.)

Kansas State University

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United States of America (USA)

Education

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction is designed for advanced students who seek a focus on educational research and scholarship in local, national, or international settings. Through their research specialization, graduates contribute their expertise as faculty in careers in higher education, positions in research organizations, or other settings that require educational research.

PhD in Engineering Education

University of Connecticut College of Engineering Graduate Programs

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United States of America (USA)

Engineering, Education

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

PhD in Engineering Education. While there has been extraordinary engineering education happening at UConn since 1916, the field of engineering education is its academic study. A Ph.D. in engineering education from UConn will prepare students with the skills and competencies needed to conduct high-quality educational research in the context of engineering programs at both the pre-and post-secondary levels.

English

4 Years

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Ph.D. in Psychology, concentration in Integral Transpersonal Psychology

California Institute of Integral Studies

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Online

United States of America (USA)

Psychology

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

CIIS’ Integral and Transpersonal Psychology Ph.D. is one of the few programs in the world that offers an online Ph.D. in whole-person approaches to psychology. It is a research-oriented program dedicated to systematic knowledge-building and the advancement of transpersonal psychology.

English

4 Years

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MA/PhD in Clinical Psychology

Pacifica Graduate Institute

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United States of America (USA)

Psychology, Clinical Psychology

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The M.A./Ph.D. program celebrates its 30-year long tradition of offering clinical psychology doctoral education in-depth psychological traditions, which emphasizes radical theorizing, in-depth relational clinical education, and engagement in issues of social justice and care. The program prepares psychologists through the integration of diverse depth psychological traditions, human sciences scholarship, and community praxis.

English

3 Years

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Ph.D. in Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Georgia Southern University, Department of Logistics & Supply Chain Management

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United States of America (USA)

Business, Management, Supply Chain Management

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The objective of the Ph.D. in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is to develop scholars who generate and disseminate new knowledge by conducting high-quality research and teach at the university level. The Ph.D. program is delivered via traditional coursework and other research initiatives with faculty in the Parker College of Business.

English

4 Years

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PhD Holocaust and Genocide Studies

Gratz College

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United States of America (USA)

Social Sciences, History

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The Doctor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Gratz College is designed for students already holding a graduate degree in Holocaust and Genocide Studies, history, or another related discipline. Doctoral students will engage in a meta-study of genocide to understand the phenomenon from a comprehensive range of academic approaches—historical, sociological, geographical, psychological, legal, theological and scientific—to inform their dissertations while reviewing the significant literature and conducting in-depth original research in the field.

English

5 Years

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Ph.D. in Philosophy

Boston College

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United States of America (USA)

Humanities

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

A significant feature of these programs is the extensive and diverse range of courses available to graduate students every semester. They cover the history and problems of philosophy, allowing for concentration in the following areas: Ancient Philosophy, Medieval Philosophy, Modern Philosophy, Phenomenology and Contemporary Continental Philosophy, Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy, Philosophy of Law, Philosophy of Religion, Epistemology, and Philosophy of Science.

English

5 Years

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PhD in Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering

Tulane University - Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

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United States of America (USA)

Biotechnology, Engineering, Chemical Engineering

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The Ph.D. degree requires a student to reach a critical understanding of the basic scientific and engineering principles underlying their field of interest. In addition, the student must demonstrate the ability to conduct independently an intensive research project and document their results in the form of refereed publications, presentations, and a final thesis dissertation.

English

4 Years

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Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology (PsyD)

Holy Family University School of Arts & Sciences

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United States of America (USA)

Psychology, Counseling Psychology

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology (PsyD) program at Holy Family University is committed to a practitioner-scholar training model. The program is evidence-based and practice-informed, utilizing interventions that reflect the foundational values of the discipline of counseling psychology. Our view of clinical training is consistent with the American Psychological Association’s Standards of Accreditation for Health Services Psychology (HSP) and the guidelines for professional psychology training developed by the National Council for Schools and Programs in Psychology (NCSPP).

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Holy Family University School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions

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United States of America (USA)

Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The Doctor of Nursing Practice has emerged to fill a vital role during the last decade to develop leaders in health care. The DNP terminal degree is a non-research clinical doctorate focused on developing experts in nursing “practice” (AACN, 2006). Deciding to enroll in a DNP program is a critical and life-changing decision. Holy Family University is committed to supporting and guiding you on your journey as you reach new heights.

Systems Engineering Doctorate

University of Louisiana at Lafayette College of Engineering

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United States of America (USA)

Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

Systems Engineering is geared toward the rapid design and development of large and complex systems. Systems Engineering integrates all the specialty and sub-specialty groups of engineering disciplines into a team whose efforts result in a structured development process that proceeds from concept to production to operation. Example systems include coastal ecosystems, water treatment facilities, computer networks, visualization platforms, deep-water drilling operations, highway safety systems, biofuels production facilities, robotic units, refineries, fiber optic networks, aircraft, vehicle control systems, biomass gasification units, management of utilities during disaster events, and power grids.

Doctor of Nursing Practice

Duke University School of Nursing

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United States of America (USA)

Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

Duke's Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program takes you to the next level. If you're a post-BSN interested in advanced nursing practice or you hold a master's degree in advanced nursing practice, the Duke University School of Nursing's Doctor of Nursing Practice program may be right for you. Earning your DNP degree provides skills and tools that enable you to: Assess published evidence to inform your practice; Improve systems of care to influence patient outcomes; Make changes to enhance the quality of care when needed.

Doctor of Philosophy in Education (JD/Ph.D.)

University of Nevada, Las Vegas William S. Boyd School of Law

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United States of America (USA)

Education

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The William S. Boyd School of Law and the UNLV College of Education offer a dual Juris Doctor/Ph.D. in Education (JD/Ph.D.) degree program that allows students admitted to both programs to pursue the two degrees concurrently.

Executive Doctorate in Business Administration

Rollins College and the Crummer Graduate School of Business

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United States of America (USA)

Business, Business and Economics, Business Administration, Management

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The first AACSB-accredited degree of its kind in Florida, Crummer’s Executive Doctorate in Business Administration is designed for executives who have an MBA or equivalent degree who want to become thought leaders and contribute to organizational success at a significantly higher level than that afforded by the MBA. The Executive Doctorate in Business Administration (EDBA) experience provides you with an impetus for career advancement and a springboard for personal and professional change. Taught by top professors with real-world experience, courses follow the “engaged scholarship” model that focuses on topics at the intersection of theory and contemporary business practice – class sessions are always mindful of how the learning can be immediately applied.

PH.D. IN SCIENCE EDUCATION

Texas Christian University College of Education

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United States of America (USA)

Natural Sciences, Education

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The Ph.D. in Educational Studies: Science Education is distinctive and interdisciplinary in that it is designed with three foci: (a) the field of education (including science education & educational psychology), (b) educational research methodology, and (c) science content. The science education courses, taught in the College of Education, are designed to increase understanding of current research about pedagogical content knowledge, the teaching and learning of science at all levels, national reform efforts, and science as inquiry. The educational psychology courses are designed to help the student understand the learner and the application of psychology to education. The research courses, taught in the College of Education, are designed to help the students become facile in social science research methodologies. The science content courses, taught in the College of Science and Engineering, are designed to prepare the student in the science discipline of his/her interest. These courses will be selected with the approval of the advisor. The School/College in which courses are offered will determine the readiness of students to take courses.

Ph.D. in Engineering

University of Alaska Anchorage College of Engineering

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United States of America (USA)

Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Engineering Management

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

Ph.D. in Engineering - Recognizing that many prospective Engineering Ph.D. candidates are at a point in their lives where moving their residence for one year is not feasible, UAA’s College of Engineering and the College of Engineering and Mines at UAF are now collaborating to allow Anchorage-based students to complete their Ph.D. in Engineering degree while remaining in Anchorage. Previously, the program required students to reside in Fairbanks for 3 semesters. Under a new agreement, although 9 credits of coursework must still come from UAF courses, candidates may request a residency waiver, allowing this work to include independent study courses co-taught by UAA and UAF faculty or courses that are distance delivered to UAA.

Ph.D. in Natural Medicine Concentration in Integrated Medicine

University Of Natural Medicine

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Online

United States of America (USA)

Health Sciences, Medicine

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The concentration in Integrated Medicine is a specialized program developed for the student seeking an advanced comprehensive education based on the philosophy of natural and integrated medicine.

Doctor of Business Administration

University of Northern Virginia

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United States of America (USA)

Business, Business Administration, Management

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

Rapid changes in technology; enhanced global competition; the development of innovative structures in society, business, and government; and an ever more complex workforce all require successful leaders of business to possess sophisticated new perspectives and skills as well as heightened levels of knowledge. As a result, contemporary business and industry executives are turning increasingly to academic institutions for new paradigms to secure success today, to recruit the best possible leadership for the future, and to guide growth and development wisely.

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

University of Southern California USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy

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United States of America (USA)

Health Sciences

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The residential Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at the USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy has a long history of exceeding the minimum required educational preparation for individuals pursuing a professional career as a physical therapist. The first school to offer a master’s and a Ph.D. degree in physical therapy, USC was also a leader in graduating the first DPT class in the United States.

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

A PhD, or Doctor of Philosophy, is the highest academic degree awarded by universities. It involves conducting original research in a specific field and making a significant contribution to knowledge. PhDs are typically pursued by individuals seeking careers in academia, research, or specialized industries requiring advanced expertise.