Our PhD in Education program includes online coursework, residencies,
a comprehensive examination, and a dissertation, providing a wide
range of experiences to help you reach your doctoral goals.
Make immediate progress toward your dissertation with in-person
residencies and credit-bearing dissertation research seminars blended
into your coursework.
Not sure of your program fit? All doctoral programs share the same
first course, so you can apply the credits to the program you
choose.
Experts will support you throughout your degree to help you meet doctoral challenges and reach your short- and long-term goals.
You may be able to reduce tuition and time to complete your degree with up to 16 transfer credits.
Every assignment, course, and program is designed to deliver the
knowledge and expertise required for success.
The Professional Education Unit at Capella is accredited by the
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Learn more about admissions requirements, costs, and courses for your specialization.
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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.
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