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Why Choose Capella?
Our flexible, online DIT program was designed to meet the needs of
busy professionals like you. Choose a general program or specialize in
information cybersecurity, IT education, or project management.
Streamlined Degree Completion
Finish your degree with a streamlined program that lets you complete
your coursework and dissertation simultaneously.
Faculty
Our distinguished faculty members hold top credentials in their
fields. They’re here to teach the concrete skills you’ll need,
now.
Potentially Save Time & Money
You could potentially save time and money on your doctorate in IT by
maximizing your transfer credits.
Military Support
This dedicated team helps you understand your financial aid, find the
right program, and arrange a leave of absence if duty calls.
25 years of online doctoral experience
With over 25 years of experience in online doctoral education, we understand the unique needs of doctoral students, and have designed our programs to meet those needs. We've structured our programs to help you reach your goals and obtain critical skills—with our expert faculty, support teams, and online resources to help guide you every step of the way.
Program Specializations
Learn more about admissions requirements, costs, and courses for your specialization.
We believe in being transparent about the real cost, time, and value of a Capella degree. Learn more about Capella’s learning outcomes and gainful employment.
Accredited & Recognized
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Relevant Blog Posts
Whether you’re considering a return to school, exploring new career paths, or seeking ways to improve your job performance, the Capella Blog has relevant articles to support your goals.
PhD in Information Technology vs. Doctor of Information Technology
There are two doctoral degree options in IT. What makes them
different, and which one is right for you?
Information Security Career Central
A Capella-powered blog dedicated to information security trends,
news, career information, and more.
5 Books Every IT Professional Should Read
A list of must-read books to help take your IT knowledge to the next
level.
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