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California Pacificatory University
Doctor of Information Technology
- San Diego, USA
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Doctor of Information Technology program offers an advanced exploration of emerging IT trends, research methodologies, systems analysis and design, information security, advanced networking, emerging technologies, human-centered design, enterprise architecture, and project management.


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Seton Hall University
Ph.D. in Chemistry
- South Orange, USA
PhD
Full time
6 years
On-Campus
English
With a Ph.D. in Chemistry, you are positioned at the forefront of chemical innovation and research, ready to spearhead groundbreaking projects and studies. In New Jersey, which boasts a rich history of collaboration between academia and the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, Ph.D. holders can drive advancements in drug development, materials science, and environmental solutions.


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University of Miami Rosenstiel School
PhD and MS in Marine, Atmospheric, and Geosciences (GRE Waived)
- Miami, USA
MSc, PhD
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
We offer PhD and MS degrees in 6 programs: Atmospheric Sciences, Marine Biology & Ecology, Environmental Science & Policy, Marine Geosciences, Meteorology & Physical Oceanography, and Ocean Sciences. We offer highly competitive stipend rates, tuition, and health insurance coverage for our incoming PhD students as part of a fully-funded 5-year Graduate Assistantship. Finally, as part of our revitalized connections across colleges and to take advantage of our unique research facilities, we offer an MS degree in both Ocean Engineering and Sustainable Business. Our graduate students also take advantage of nearby NOAA facilities including the Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory, Southeast Fisheries Science Center, and the National Hurricane Center. PhD Assistantships can be found here: https://graduate.earth.miami.edu/admissions/phd-assistanships/index.html GRE not required!


Royal Roads University
Doctor of Social Sciences
- Victoria, Canada
PhD
Full time
4 years
Blended
English
The Doctor of Social Sciences program is the first degree of its kind in North America. It approaches the study of complex, real-world problems within an interdisciplinary and Trans disciplinary framework. The program design brings the research intensity of a traditional doctorate to an applied, professional focus. In this program, you will explore interdisciplinary applications of the social sciences for practical, sustainable transformation across organizations and society.


Pace University
Nursing, PhD
- New York, USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The nursing PhD program is designed to prepare students for advanced roles in nursing research, education, and leadership. It focuses on developing skills to address complex healthcare challenges thro...
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South Dakota - School of Mines and Technology
PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Rapid City, USA
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The Civil and Environmental Engineering PhD (CENE PhD) degree program provides opportunities for students to gain expertise in a broad range of research areas that support state initiatives, closely tie to campus research thrusts, and align with federal funding sources such as NSF, DoE, DoD, USDA and NASA. Doctoral students work with faculty advisors mentors to develop personalized programs of study and make significant contributions to the Civil and Environmental Engineering body of knowledge through their research. The requirements for the PhD CENE degree are found in our course catalog. For additional information about the CENE PhD degree program please refer to the CEE PhD Handbook.


Pace University
School Psychology, PhD
- New York, USA
- Online
PhD
Full time, Part time
24 months
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The PhD program in School Psychology is designed to prepare students for both research and practical roles in supporting children's learning and mental health. It emphasizes a strong foundation in psy...


Pace University
Computer Science, PhD
- New York, USA
PhD
Full time
24 months
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Computer Science is designed to prepare students for advanced research, teaching, and leadership roles in the field. It emphasizes a strong foundation in core areas like algorithms,...


South Dakota - School of Mines and Technology
PhD in Biomedical Engineering
- Rapid City, USA
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The PhD program prepares students for a career in research; advancing the frontiers of biomedical science and engineering with attention to generating new ideas for commercialization.


University of Louisville - School of Public Health and Information Sciences
PhD in Public Health Sciences with specialization in Epidemiology
- Louisville, USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
PhD in Public Health Sciences with specialization in Epidemiology The specialization in Epidemiology in the PhD program in Public Health Sciences is designed to develop academic researchers in population-based epidemiology. To graduate, students in the PhD specialization in Epidemiology must be able to demonstrate the following competencies: Explain the evolving paradigms of epidemiological theory and study design and their impact on public health services.


South Dakota - School of Mines and Technology
PhD in Electrical Engineering
- Rapid City, USA
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in electrical engineering prepares students for a career in academia or research-focused careers in electrical engineering that support research commercialization prospects, drive innovation, and increase entrepreneurial opportunities.


Pace University
Mental Health Counseling, PhD
- New York, USA
PhD
Full time
36 months
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Mental Health Counseling is designed for students who aim to become leaders in the field of mental health. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that focuses on advanced clinical pra...


Azusa Pacific University
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Nursing, PhD
- Azusa, USA
- San Diego, USA
PhD
Full time
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
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Earn a PhD in Nursing at Azusa Pacific University You’ll expand your career and graduate qualified to serve in a variety of roles in academia, government, and health care. You’ll be ready to improve the health of society and contribute to the future generation through research. You can customize your degree according to your areas of interest and by choosing between three concentrations: Health of the Family and Community, International Health, and Nursing Historical Research.


University of Central Florida College of Optics and Photonics
PhD in Optics and Photonics
- Orlando, USA
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The Optics and Photonics PhD program provides the highest-quality education in optical science and engineering, allowing students to conduct scholarly, fundamental, and applied research, while aiding in the development of Florida’s and the nation’s technology-based industries.


USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
PhD in Pharmaceutical & Translational Sciences
- Los Angeles, USA
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The Pharmaceutical & Translational Sciences (PHTS) Program brings together, under one umbrella, the school’s three laboratory-based PhD programs—CXPT, MPTX, PSCI. This promotes a more cohesive interdisciplinary experience advancing education and offering opportunities to sample the entire range of innovative research options.


EUCLID (Euclid University)
PhD in Islamic Economics and Finance
- Washington, USA
- Gambia Online, Gambia
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
EUCLID (Pôle Universitaire Euclide | Euclid University), an international intergovernmental organization with university mandate, offers to select students from the general public an external (distance or online) degree program called EUCLID PhD in Islamic Banking and Finance.


BIU University Miami
PhD in Business Administration in Artificial Intelligence
- Davie, USA
PhD
Full time
33 months
Distance Learning, Blended
Spanish
With a practical and strategic approach, our PhD program will provide you with the essential tools to implement solutions based on artificial intelligence. This will allow you to generate a significant impact both in your organization and in the global industry. With a practical and strategic approach, our PhD program will provide you with the essential tools to implement solutions based on artificial intelligence. This will allow you to generate a significant impact both in your organization and in the global industry.
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From indigenous civilizations to modern day empires, North America has plenty of hands-on educational opportunities to offer scholars. Filled with a range of distinct cultures, students can educate themselves in well-rounded way.
Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.