8.1k PhD programmes in United States

The Department of Sociology conducts innovative research, while also remaining committed to teaching and mentoring students. For completion of the Sociology PhD degree at the University at Buffalo, students must pass two qualifying exams in departmental areas of specialization.

The PhD in Biomedical Science (Molecular Physiology and Biophysics) is awarded by the Graduate College at The University of Iowa. Instruction is offered through the Carver College of Medicine.

The Doctor of Philosophy program at the University of Miami is offered in Music Education, as well as in Music Education with Music Therapy Emphasis.

The PhD major in Education, Leadership Studies program at University of Tennessee Knoxville is directed toward developing practitioner-scholars who understand the power of ideas and who place those ideas in service to improve educational practice.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Counseling Psychology at Louisiana Tech University is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) and embodies a balanced training experience designed to train professional psychologists in the scientist-practitioner model. 

The Ph.D. in Computer Science at The University of New Mexico is a research-intensive program, which trains students for research careers in computer science and fields of study that rely on computing, for teaching at the university level, for consulting, for industrial employment entailing advance design and analysis skills, and for the pursuit of innovative entrepreneurial opportunities.

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) plan of study in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program offered by the University of San Francisco prepares registered nurses (RNs) with a baccalaureate or master's degree to function as Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners in the FNP role.

In our PhD in Forensic Psychology - Crisis Response program at Walden University, you’ll gain deeper insight into the intersection of crime, psychology, and the legal system. Be empowered with tools and support services that keep you feeling confident and motivated every step of the way.

The PhD in Anthropology at The New School, open to those who have completed the Anthropology MA at The New School for Social Research, prepares students for creative independent research and teaching.

The PhD in Politics at The New School is designed for students who have completed the Politics MA at The New School for Social Research or a comparable master's degree from another university. 

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Houston offers programs leading to Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in analytical, biological, inorganic, materials, organic, physical and theoretical chemistry. 

The Ph.D. degree in Physics from Kent State University provides training of professionals to conduct independently conceived programs of research or teaching in universities or research laboratories.

The Doctor of Philosophy program in Computer Science PhD degree from Mississippi State University  develops scholars capable of leading research teams, performing demanding industrial research, or advanced computer science pedagogy. 

The Ph.D. degree in Clinical Psychology from Kent State University prepares students to conduct research, to serve on college and university faculties and to provide a range of clinical services. 

This Plant and Soil Sciences PhD program from Mississippi State University offers interested students the opportunity to work with world class scientists in solving vegetation management problems.

If you’re a busy nurse who’s ready to further align your capabilities and career with evidence-based practice, performance management, and innovative leadership, then this online DNP specialty program is for you. Leadership program from Franklin University will prepare you for the highest level of nursing practice and responsibility. 

The Department of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research (IEOR) at University of California, Berkeley offers four graduate programs: a Master of Engineering (MEng), a Master of Science (MS), a Master of Analytics (MAnalytics), and a PhD. 

The Doctor of Philosophy in Kinesiology - Social and Behavioral Sciences at Louisiana State University enhances student preparation for careers in higher education and a variety of health professions involving research competencies and program development.

The Medicine program at University of Utah combines excellence in teaching, research, and clinical expertise to train tomorrow's physicians for the rapidly changing world of medicine. 

The Department of Mathematics at University of California, Berkeley offers both a PhD program in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics.