Doctoral and PhD Degrees at GCU
With a doctoral degree from GCU, you will develop independent research skills to make a difference in your field. GCU鈥檚 College of Doctoral Studies is focused on increasing your specialized knowledge to develop you into a 21st-century leader. PhD degrees are designed to be academically rigorous and intellectually challenging, yet collaborative, with opportunities to network with other doctoral learners. GCU offers doctorate degree programs for business, education, nursing and psychology.
With a doctoral studies program you will gain:
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Reach the pinnacle of higher education with a doctoral degree from GCU. We offer a variety of EdD, DBA, DNP and PhD degree options so you can enroll in a doctoral program that matches your professional path. Choose from online or evening platforms to integrate your studies into your active lifestyle.
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Doctoral Degree FAQs
Doctorate degrees are the highest level of an academic degree that can be achieved. For this reason, they are considered 鈥渢erminal鈥 degrees. Doctorate degrees come in many different forms such as a PhD, EdD, DBA and more.
The cost of a doctorate degree is dependent on the type of degree and the university offering it. GCU is committed to providing an affordable, quality education. For specific information on your program鈥檚 cost, visit our Tuition and Finance page.
Length of doctorate programs depend heavily on the program expectations and the pace of the learner. Doctoral programs vary in credit and thesis requirements. For an estimate on how long it may take you to complete your preferred program, contact a counselor who can guide you through the requirements.
A PhD is considered a doctorate degree; however, not all doctoral degrees are PhD programs. The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is just one form of a doctoral degree. There are additional forms of doctoral degrees such as an EdD or a DBA.
*MOU 6757: The New Doctoral Student Scholarship is only valid for those applicants who submit a complete application and begin a Doctoral program in January 2021. This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other GCU scholarship or awards. Please speak to a university counselor for complete details. This offer only applies to online and evening programs.
**MOU 6758: The New Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Student Scholarship is only valid for those applicants who submit a complete application and begin a DNP degree in January 2021. This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other GCU scholarship or awards and only applies to online and evening programs. Please speak to a university counselor for complete details.