8.1k PhD programmes in United States

The Graduate Program in Francophone, Italian and Germanic Studies - Italian Studies at the University of Pennsylvania offers students a range of curricular options that provide a broad academic base in Italian literature, intellectual history, film, cultural studies, and critical theory, as well as the most current pedagogical theory and practice.

Pennsylvania State University's Department of Geography is committed to excellence in a full range of geographic skills with outstanding faculty who work closely with students to help them reach their full intellectual and professional potential.

The Department of Geosciences at Pennsylvania State University offers Ph.D. degree programs that provide students with a broad background in any of the major areas of geological sciences and intensive research experiences culminating in the preparation of a formal thesis. 

The PhD in Early Childhood Education and Care at the University of Massachusetts Boston prepares future leaders to transform opportunities and outcomes for young children.

Our physics Ph.D. program in Physics and Astronomy at Vanderbilt University trains students who want to push forward the boundaries of knowledge about the universe to become leaders in discovery.

The Department of Medicinal Chemistry at University of Kansas provides Ph.D. students a strong foundation in organic and medicinal chemistry with flexibility for additional emphasis in aspects of biochemistry, pharmacology and other biological sciences.

If you're passionate about the intersection of chemistry, biology, and pharmaceutical sciences, the Ph.D. program in Medicinal Chemistry at the University of Mississippi offers unparalleled research opportunities in this interdisciplinary field.

The D.M.A. degree with Piano Performance major at Pennsylvania State University prepares students for professional-level piano performance and university teaching.

Investigate the chemistry and pharmacology of bioactive natural products and their potential in disease treatment through this dynamic Ph.D. program in Pharmacognosy at the University of Mississippi.

MELC’s PhD program in Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures - Middle Eastern Literatures and Societies at University of Pennsylvania offers advanced study of the languages, literatures and societies of Islamic civilizations, and also Islamic history and thought in their Middle Eastern context, in modern and pre-modern settings.

The Kinesiology track at University of Hawaii at Manoa prepares students to work as leaders in a broad range of career pursuits related to the diverse fields of professional practice in the field of Kinesiology.

The Doctorate of Philosophy in Integrative Biology at the University of South Florida is designed to foster the development of technical and analytical skills used in existing and emerging fields of discovery.

The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the University of Massachusetts Lowell offers a doctoral program leading to a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree BME.

The University of Massachusetts Lowell's Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree program offers a study option in Chemical Engineering.

The mission of the PhD in Geospatial Information Sciences degree program at University of Texas at Dallas is to cultivate innovative researchers capable of advancing the frontiers of knowledge in the geospatial information sciences through improved theories, new technologies, innovative methodologies, sophisticated quantitative analyses and integrative applications.

A collaboration between the School of Health Professions and the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, the PhD in Health Sciences at The University of Texas at San Antonio is designed to prepare allied health professionals to assume major leadership, research and educational positions within their professions, as well as to provide career advancement opportunities.

The Law programme from Illinois Institute of Technology seamlessly blends legal theory with real-world practice, ensuring that you’re fully prepared to succeed in today’s legal landscape. With our tech-forward curriculum and hands-on learning in Chicago’s vibrant legal scene, you’ll graduate ready to make an impact wherever your career takes you.

The Organizational Leadership (Online) programme from Adler University prepares students to become innovative and socially conscious leaders in both academic and professional settings. 

The Clinical Health Psychology programme from University of Colorado Denver will train Scientist-Practitioners who receive a generalist-training in clinical psychology, and who acquire additional knowledge and skill in health psychology and behavioral medicine.

The Art Therapy programme from Adler University stands as one of the few fully online doctoral programs in the field, offering experienced mental health professionals the opportunity to shape the future of art therapy while developing expertise in research, clinical supervision, and leadership.