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Welcome to Capella
Select your program and we'll help guide you through important information as you prepare for the application process.
Start Your Dissertation Early
Our approach to online doctoral education sets us apart from other schools, giving you a head start on your dissertation. We structure our PhD programs around a clear set of milestones, where you begin working on your dissertation early in your program, generate momentum, and reach education goals.
Faculty and Support Team
You'll be surrounded by people who support, mentor, and help empower you every step of your doctoral journey.
Faculty
Faculty are scholar-practitioners who are deeply committed to your success, and will be a critical source of feedback during your academic development.
Faculty Mentors
Faculty mentors are your dissertation experts who help you navigate your educational experience.
Academic Advisors
Academic advisors are committed to supporting your academic development and progress.
Librarians
Librarians help with the vital stage of research and are accessible by email, phone, and at residencies.
Writing Coaches
Writing coaches offer strategies to help you develop in the area of academic writing.
Financing Aid Advisors
Financial aid advisors help you understand strategies for financing your education.
Career Counselors
Career counselors suggest activities throughout your program to help you reach your career goals.
Enrollment Counselors
Enrollment counselors help you find your program fit, navigate the admissions process, and get you started.
Online Resources
You have access to a host of online resources that are critical to your doctoral journey.
Academic and Dissertation Planning Tools
You’ll find a wealth of materials regarding the dissertation process, including a dissertation milestone guide, dissertation calculator, dissertation manual, and more.
Library
The online library has countless resources and databases relevant to your research, including hard-to-locate materials. Experienced librarians are available to help aid you in your research.
Writing Center
The Writing Center is your one-stop resource for writing help. It’s designed to help you improve your academic writing skills. For more personalized support, you can connect directly with a writing coach.
Career Center
You'll find a variety of resources (e.g., resume/CV builder, job search tools, career exploration guides, etc.) developed specifically for Capella students and alumni, as well as personal assistance from professional career counselors.
Self-Management Tools
To assist you in your journey, Capella has created resources specifically designed for doctoral students to help with staying motivated, handling stress, organization, time management, and relationship management.
Quantitative Skills Center
You’ll find resources and live support in statistics, and other quantitative skill areas. Strengthening such skills can help boost your research, problem-solving, decision-making, and critical-thinking abilities.
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