Online Doctoral Programs
Take your academic journey to the next level with Grand Canyon University’s online1 doctoral programs. Our flexible, online degrees are crafted to fit into your lifestyle, allowing you to advance your education on your terms from almost anywhere.
With a wide range of doctoral programs in fields such as healthcare, nursing, business, education, psychology and counseling, you can advance your education while balancing work and personal commitments. Tailored for working professionals, our online1 doctoral programs provide the expertise and credentials for today’s competitive job market.
Benefits of Earning Doctorate Degrees Online
Continuing education at the doctoral level is a powerful way to deepen your knowledge and position yourself for potential career advancement. Our doctoral programs online1 allow you to specialize in a specific subfield, opening doors to new professional opportunities.
Designed for high-level scholars and professionals, our programs offer the flexibility to access coursework anytime, anywhere through our intuitive Learning Management System. You’ll engage with modern research, connect with peers and knowledgeable instructors and have the opportunity to gain advanced skills to lead in your field.
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Explore our wide selection of doctorates online,1 each designed to deepen your knowledge and expertise in your chosen field. With a variety of learning options, our programs offer flexibility while engaging with the latest research and trends.
Study Powerful Business Strategies and Concepts
Our online1 doctoral programs in business and management provide in-depth study of advanced business strategies and key management concepts. These programs are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to analyze, lead and innovate in today's dynamic business environment.
Master Your Advanced Teaching Expertise
Enhance your teaching expertise with our doctoral programs in education, conveniently offered online. Focused on advanced strategies and evidence-based research, our programs help you refine your skills and specialize in areas like curriculum development, educational leadership and teaching methods.
Explore Leadership Skills in the Healthcare Industry
Stay ahead in the evolving healthcare field with one of our nursing and healthcare doctoral programs offered online.1 Work to enhance your leadership skills, specializing in healthcare administration, nursing education or health informatics to drive change and improve outcomes.
Even though I did the online program, it never felt as if I was one among many. At GCU, I never felt like I was alone.
All Online Doctoral Degrees
When selecting an online1 doctoral program, consider your career goals and the areas of expertise you wish to master. Take time to explore our diverse doctoral options, each designed to support your growth as a scholar and leader in your field.
Review your choices carefully to find the program that best aligns with your professional aspirations.
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Doctorates Online for Busy Professionals
Our online1 doctoral programs are designed to provide a flexible, rigorous education tailored for busy professionals, with specialized coursework that aligns with your field of study. While the program is primarily online, you’ll also participate in required residencies held on or near the GCU campus, offering opportunities for networking, hands-on learning and collaboration with faculty and peers.
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Admission Requirements
At the doctoral level, GCU has specific admission criteria to ensure that applicants are well-prepared for advanced study. In addition to holding an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, applicants must meet academic standards, which may vary by program. Review our doctoral admission requirements to learn more about eligibility, including GPA expectations and any additional prerequisites specific to your chosen field of study.
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Accredited University
Selecting the right institution for your doctoral studies is crucial, as it shapes your academic journey and professional development. At GCU, we are dedicated to providing a rigorous, accredited education that empowers learners to become leaders and change-makers in their fields. Our university has held institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission since 1968, ensuring that all of our programs uphold the highest standards of excellence.
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Specialized Coursework
Our doctoral degrees offered online1 feature specialized coursework tailored to deepen expertise in your field and advance your professional goals. While the curriculum varies by program, each degree emphasizes key areas such as advanced professional ethics, Christian leadership principles, strategic communication and high-level critical thinking. These courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge to lead and innovate in your discipline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore the following FAQs to gain valuable insights and guidance, helping you make an informed decision about your future in doctoral education.
Career Pathways for Doctoral Graduates
Our online1 doctoral programs can help you prepare for a wide range of career opportunities to help you equip yourself with the advanced skills and knowledge to potentially lead in roles across various fields. Whether you plan to pursue a career in academia, healthcare, business or public service, our doctoral programs are designed to help you prepare to reach your professional goals.
Resources for Online Doctoral Degrees
At GCU, we are dedicated to helping our doctoral students by offering a wide range of resources designed to support their academic journey. Our online1 doctoral programs come with access to potential scholarships and competitive tuition rates, helping to ensure that higher education remains accessible. While the programs are online,1 it maintains the same high academic standards and rigor as our in-person offerings.
1 Program has residencies that take place on or near GCU's campus.
2 BestColleges. (2023). Online Education Trends Report. BestColleges. Retrieved Nov. 6, 2024.
3 The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Education Pays 2023 as of April 2024, retrieved on Nov. 6, 2024. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates, nor does it reflect the earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc. against a pool of candidates.
Expand your knowledge with GCU's convenient online¹ doctoral programs.