8.1k PhD programmes in United States

The University of Pennsylvania offers a full-time program leading to the JD, the first professional degree in Law. Applicants have completed their undergraduate degrees and, oftentimes, advanced degrees in a broad array of disciplines; many have work experience prior to attending law school.

The Department of Social Welfare at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) offers the Master of Social Welfare (MSW) and a Ph.D. in Social Welfare.

Students at University at Buffalo pursue Civil Engineering programs of research and study leading to MS and PhD degrees.

The Dual-Title PhD in Social Work - Gerontology at Wayne State University addresses the critical need for social work faculty and researchers trained in geriatrics who can promote evidence‐based practices and serve as role models for future generations of social workers specializing in the field.

A PhD in English with an emphasis in Rhetoric and Writing at The University of New Mexico offers both academic and hands-on experience, with many opportunities to contribute to one of the most dynamic writing programs in the United States.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) offers two graduate PhD programs: the Biochemistry, Molecular and Structural Biology Graduate Program and the Chemistry Graduate Program.

The Mathematics program at the Brown University is designed to prepare especially able students for a career in mathematical research and instruction.

Graduate American Studies students at Yale University enter either the Ph.D. program or the one year M.A. program. Students in the Ph.D. program earn the M.A. en route to the doctorate. 

The Counselor Education and Supervision PhD program from Mississippi State University  builds upon the knowledge, skills, and work experiences students have acquired in counseling or counseling related fields and prepares them to become highly competent practitioners, faculty researchers and scholars, administrators, leaders in the profession, and excellent teachers and clinical supervisors.

The Aviation Business Administration program from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is ideal for working professionals, as it provides a hybrid learning experience with online courses and a five-day seminar at the Daytona Beach Campus.

Kent State University's Ph.D. in Computer Science is an advanced research-focused program that prepares students to contribute to the forefront of computing knowledge and innovation. 

The School of Law at University of Illinois at Chicago offers three types of professional degrees: Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Laws (LLM), and Master of Jurisprudence (MJ).

The Biochemistry degree at the University of Wisconsin Madison is the study of biological molecules, their roles in the cell, and the chemistry of their reactions in living systems. 

At University of Wisconsin Madison, the Endocrinology - Reproductive Physiology program trains master's and Ph.D. candidates for teaching and research careers in all aspects of the interrelated fields of endocrinology and reproductive physiology—basic, clinical and translational.

Clark University’s Developmental Psychology doctoral program at the nationally-renowned Frances L. Hiatt School of Psychology is dedicated to studying human development in societal and cultural contexts. 

The Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Anesthesia (DNP-NA) program at Drexel University is fully accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA).

As an Occupational Therapy professional, you understand the complexity and challenges of today’s health care environment and the need to continually create the best possible experiences for your clients. This program is offered at the University of Pittsburgh.

The University of North Dakota’s online D.N.P. Nursing Practice program can help you develop leadership strategies to have an even greater impact on the future of health care.

The Department of Geography at University of Wisconsin Madison is a leader in the field of geography and offers exceptional opportunities for graduate education. 

The Electrical Engineering program at Drexel University prepares students for careers in research and development, and aims to endow graduates with the ability to identify, analyze and address new technical and scientific challenges.