Student Experience

Our doctoral degree programs are focused in the fields of Business and Management, Education, Health Care and Psychology. Within these fields we have six distinct doctoral programs along with three specializations within the programs. Learn more about our degree programs at Online and Campus Programs.

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The degrees offered through the School of Advanced Studies are:

• Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
• Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (EdD)
• Doctor of Health Administration (DHA)
• Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership (DM)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education Administration (PhD/HEA)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial/Organizational Psychology (PhD/IO)

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A specialization places a specific emphasis of study within a larger degree program. The School of Advanced Studies offers three specializations within two degree programs:

• Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership with a Specialization in Curriculum and Instruction (EdD/CI)
• Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership with a Specialization in Educational Technology (EdD/ET)
• Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership with a Specialization in Information Systems and Technology (DM/IST)

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University of Phoenix doctoral programs are primarily online, with two or three face-to-face residency experiences depending on your program of study. Residencies are available in select states and foreign countries. This means you can attend class from anywhere in the world. Click here to learn more about Residency Requirements.

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All of the School of Advanced Studies doctoral programs are online programs. While there is the face-to-face residency component, the courses are conducted primarily online. However, as a University of Phoenix learner, you have access to the facilities and support opportunities available at our nearly 200 locations.

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One of the most convenient aspects of the University of Phoenix online learning model is that you choose the days and times to participate in class each week, so long as you meet the minimum participation requirements by posting substantive comments to the classroom on three days of seven days each week.

While there are due dates for assignments, when you do the work and complete those assignments is up to you.

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Click here for computer requirements and an overview of the online learning format.

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Our Online Learning System (OLS) system is very intuitive and as easy to use as email. Should you have any questions or experience any difficulties, however, we do offer 24/7 technical support via the Internet and over the phone except for major holidays.

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The School of Advanced Studies may accept up to six doctoral-level credits from a regionally or nationally accredited institution of higher learning. Click here for Transfer Information. To see if your previous coursework would apply, please contact an Enrollment Representative.

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Moving is no problem when you’re a learner at the School of Advanced Studies. You can continue your degree program online throughout your move anywhere in the world as long as you have access to the Internet and can still attend the face-to-face residencies.

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Yes, all School of Advanced Studies faculty members have doctoral degrees. Additionally, most hold high-level positions within the fields they teach. When they are not teaching class, our instructors are leaders in their respective organizations.

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No, doctoral degrees from University of Phoenix are not related to any type of certification for teaching or otherwise.

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University of Phoenix was founded in 1976 and was accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools in 1978. University of Phoenix began online operations in 1989 as one of the first accredited universities to provide college degree programs over the Internet. University of Phoenix is now the nation's largest private university. Click here for more information on our Accreditations and Licensures, including accreditation of our Doctor of Management and Doctor of Business Administration programs by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

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Since every learner is unique and has different needs, University of Phoenix assigns an experienced Enrollment Representative to work closely with you to simplify the process of furthering your education. To get started today, complete our Information Request Form or call us and ask for a Doctoral Enrollment Representative.

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There are a number of resources available to you for financial aid. Your Enrollment Representative will be happy to discuss those options with you. Click here to learn about Tuition and Financial Options.

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Fill out our Information Request Form, and we will contact you. Or call 866.766.0766 today to speak with a Doctoral Enrollment Representative immediately.

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