Overview

About the program

Do you want to further develop your scholarly expertise in human services delivery and practice? Let your passion drive your success. Whether you’re interested in teaching, leadership, or research, Walden University's online PhD in Human Services program can empower you to drive societal change on both a local and a global scale.

From your very first course, our program equips you with key research skills to help guide you through your dissertation. You’ll continue to be supported throughout your studies with our ongoing Community of Practice and Research (CPR) forums. Excel in your learning as you create new knowledge that can influence a better quality of life for individuals, families, communities, and society.

A PhD in Human Services program prepares human services scholar practitioners to address systemic societal issues and make a meaningful difference through effective policy, practice, teaching, and research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Program Evaluation
Crisis, Trauma, and Disaster Response
Helping Individuals, Organizations, and Communities
Research Theory, Design, and Methods
Management and Leadership Development in Human and Social Services
Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-07 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

83 alternative credits

quarter credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

Social Work View 23 other PhDs in Social Work in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

An official transcript of a master’s degree, or higher, from a U.S. school accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution.
A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in post-baccalaureate degree coursework.
Three years of professional/academic experience related to the program for which application is made (preferred).
Completed application form.
The Office of Admissions reserves the right to request the names and contact information for two persons, professional or academic, qualified to comment knowledgeably on the applicant’s skills and qualifications.
Official transcript(s) of highest degree or coursework completed to date.
Access to a computer and the internet.

Tuition Fee

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International

21746 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 655 USD per credit during 30 months.
National

21746 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 655 USD per credit during 30 months.
In-State

21746 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 655 USD per credit during 30 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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