DOCTORATE

Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences · PhD

Limited-Residency | 3 Specialties | 3 Years

Take your career to new heights with our flexible Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences program.

Discover how you can go beyond clinical practice with your terminal research degree. Practice on the cutting edge of evidence-based practice, lead organizations into the future, and train the next generation of capable clinicians with your advanced perspective.

Designed for those that have an established background in health sciences and/or healthcare.

This PhD program is not a fully funded program that covers tuition or offers a stipend. Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who apply and qualify.

Must be a permanent resident or citizen of the United States or Canada.

Program Highlights

Move into Academia, Research, and Leadership

Open avenues for your career that go beyond clinical practice with this terminal research degree. Live on the cutting edge of evidence-based practice, take organizations into the future, and train the next generation of capable clinicians with your advanced perspective.

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Designed for the Working Professional

Work full-time while earning your PhD with our mostly-online curriculum. Our program is designed for you to excel, whether you’re a full-time clinician, instructor, researcher, or healthcare administrator. Mix online coursework with the occasional visit to campus for a complete doctoral experience.

Select Your Own Dissertation Topic

We embrace a student-centered approach to the dissertation, driven by you. Tailor your dissertation to your interests and passions, then select your mentor from a vast in-house database of over 150 nationally-recognized healthcare experts.
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3 Specialty Options

Shape your PhD journey around your passions and career goals by choosing one of our three specializations, 1) Healthcare Professions Education, 2) Health Promotion & Wellness, or 3) Human & Sport Performance. Each pathway allows you to personalize your doctoral studies, deepen your expertise, and position yourself as a leader in the field that matters most to you.

If your interests extend beyond these areas, you also have the flexibility to design a customized course plan, allowing you to create an academic pathway that aligns with your unique professional vision.