DOCTORATE

Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences · PhD

Limited-Residency | 3 Tracks | 4 Years

Take your career to new heights with our flexible Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences program.

Learn about our 3 concentration tracks and discover how you can go beyond clinical practice with your terminal research degree. Practice on the cutting edge of evidence-based practice, lead organizations into the future, and train the next generation of capable clinicians with your advanced perspective.

Program Highlights

Move into Academia, Research, and Leadership

Open avenues for your career that go beyond clinical practice with this terminal research degree. Live on the cutting edge of evidence-based practice, take organizations into the future, and train the next generation of capable clinicians with your advanced perspective.

Designed for the Working Professional

Work full-time while earning your PhD with our mostly-online curriculum. Our program is designed for you to excel, whether you’re a full-time clinician, instructor, researcher, or healthcare administrator. Mix online coursework with the occasional visit to campus for a complete doctoral experience.

Select Your Own Dissertation Topic

We embrace a student-centered approach to the dissertation, driven by you. Tailor your dissertation to your interests and passions, then select your mentor from a vast in-house database of over 150 nationally-recognized healthcare experts.

3 Specialty Track Options

Focus your career with specialized expertise in an area you are passionate about. Choose to concentrate in one of six areas to give your PhD a personalized direction. Subjects like Human & Sport Performance, Health Promotion & Wellness, and Healthcare Professions Education help you take your career in the direction that most appeals to you.