80 PhD programmes offered by the university

Earn a Nursing Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing at George Washington University to advance the theoretical foundation of healthcare delivery and nursing practice. 

The PhD in Anthropology program at George Washington University empowers students to apply anthropological concepts to contemporary social problems. Through rigorous coursework and independent research, students hone their communication and academic expertise. 

The DNP: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner option at George Washington University prepares graduates to function as doctorally prepared nurses at the highest level of clinical practice, to translate knowledge into practice, to apply policy, as well as design, implement and evaluate innovations to improve health care systems and patient centered outcomes. 

Designed for working professionals, our research-focused EdD in Higher Education Administration program at George Washington University prepares aspiring educational leaders for senior and executive positions within the field.

The STEM-designated PhD in Statistics program at George Washington University provides advanced training in topics including probability, linear models, time series analysis, Bayesian statistics, inference, reliability, statistics in law and regulatory policy and much more.

The Doctor of Engineering in Engineering Management at George Washington University is designed for practitioners who wish to apply the knowledge they gain in a technical management environment. 

The PhD in Chemistry program at George Washington University offers a small student-to-faculty ratio, close access to research and mentorship opportunities and a vibrant community of 40–50 peers

The Ph.D. in Political Science program at George Washington University prepares students to be outstanding researchers and scholars at top universities, policy think tanks, consulting firms, and U.S. and international institutions.

The Ph.D. in Education's Education Policy Concentration at George Washington University is designed to foster the methodological skills and conceptual understanding needed to systematically address complex and multi-faceted education issues.

Your career choice to pursue a Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy (PT) at George Washington University signifies a passion for strong patient relationships, and the desire to be an integral member of the health care team in order to optimize movement to improve function and quality of life.

The DNP: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner option at George Washington University prepares graduates to function as doctorally prepared nurses at the highest level of clinical practice, to translate knowledge into practice, to apply policy, as well as design, implement and evaluate innovations to improve health care systems and patient centered outcomes. 

The PhD in Neuroscience program includes research training areas reflecting George Washington University faculty expertise, which includes neural development, sensory processing behavior, neurodevelopmental disorders, fetal and pre-term brain injury and PTSD. 

At George Washington University, our past Biology doctoral graduates are now successfully pursuing research and research-related careers at top universities and across private and government sectors.

The Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial-Organizational Psychology at George Washington University delves into areas including personnel selection, training and development, work motivation and leadership.

Become a change leader with the capacity to transform organizations and systems. Established in 1958 at George Washington University, the Human and Organizational Learning (HOL) program aims to develop scholar/practitioners committed to learning and development. 

George Washington University's doctor of Occupational Therapy program is an entry-level professional program offered full-time over eight semesters in a hybrid format.

The Applied Social Psychology Program at the George Washington University applies social psychological theories (e.g., attitudes, social cognition, social influence and decision making) and methods (i.e., experimental, quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods research) to understand and address several areas.

The Education and Inequality Concentration at George Washington University will study how power, race, place, identity, gender, sexuality, (dis)ability and citizenship affect access to education and social services.

Acknowledging that the prevalence of these technologies and computational thinking will only escalate in our classrooms, workplaces, and everyday lives, GSEHD at George Washington University offers an innovative PhD concentration in Human-Technology Collaboration.

The doctor of philosophy (PhD) in the field of Accountancy from the George Washington University is designed to prepare students for a successful career as a scholar at a leading research university.