7 PhD programmes offered by the university

Turn your professional interests into applied research problems with the Learning and Instruction degree at the University of San Francisco. Study learning theory, research methods, assessment, and curriculum and learning environments.

Transform your organization through a learning perspective. Lead your school, agency, department, or nonprofit through justice, service, and participation. We offer a phd degree in Organization and Leadership at the University of San Francisco. 

The Juris Doctor program at the University of San Francisco will provide you with a grounding in both legal theory as well as the opportunity to hone professional skills that will help you hit the ground running as a lawyer.

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Catholic Educational Leadership (CEL) at University of San Francisco prepares graduates for effective leadership, providing the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to become leaders in Catholic education.

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.

Understand education within diverse sociocultural, linguistic, political, and economic contexts. Acquire skills you need in scholarship, teaching, and advocacy. We offer a International and Multicultural Education degree at University of San Francisco.

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) 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 as Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNPs) in the PMHNP role.