Capella University offers Ph.D. degrees in general psychology, educational psychology and industrial/organizational psychology. Capella's Doctor of Philosophy degree is designed for research and does not prepare a student for professional licensure. They offer faculty mentoring for students to develop their dissertation interests and have residential requirements for doctoral candidates that enable them to meet with faculty advisors and peers in their field.
The university course catalog details specific courses that are tailored to meet the individual needs of doctoral students. Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).
Capella University
Capella Tower
225 South 6th Street, 9th Floor
Minneapolis, MN 55402
888-227-2736
capella.edu
Walden offers several distance learning programs in counseling, health, organizational, general and clinical psychology. Walden's program is geared toward working professionals who seek to increase their occupational viability through dynamic research applications. The Ph.D. program requires that all students have an academic year in residence (AYR) where they can integrate their academic knowledge with practical experience. Through the AYR program, students become socialized to the professional culture of the psychology field with conferences and field training. Walden University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association.
Walden University
155 5th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55401-2511
612-338-7224
waldenu.edu
Northcentral University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the North Central Association, offers Ph.D. programs in psychology and marriage and family therapy. Each degree program has individual specializations that allow students to tailor their education to their particular interests. Walden offers a faculty mentoring program, which allows students one-on-one interaction with professors in the field. Northcentral's Ph.D. in psychology program does not have residency requirements, which means its program provides a full, online learning experience.
Northcentral University
10000 East University Drive
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
888-327-2877
ncu.edu