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736 PhD courses are taught at 204 universities in the United States — most run 4–6 years. Courses from Princeton University, University of California, Berkeley and Georgia Institute of Technology come first, because those universities rank highest.
New Mexico State University — The Ph.D. in Civil Engineering at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana prepares students for advanced roles in the field of civil engineering, emphasizing cutting-edge re...
New Mexico State University — The Ph.D. program in Civil Engineering at New Mexico State University-Carlsbad offers students the opportunity to engage in advanced research and study in various subfiel...
New Mexico State University — The Ph.D. in Computer Science at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is designed for those who aspire to engage in advanced research and development in the field of comp...
New Mexico State University — The Ph.D. in Computer Science at New Mexico State University-Carlsbad is a comprehensive program designed to deepen your understanding of complex computing systems and ad...
New Mexico State University — Course OverviewThe Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at New Mexico State University-Carlsbad offers an in-depth understanding of psychological principles, theories, and prac...
New Mexico State University — The Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction at New Mexico State University-Carlsbad provides a comprehensive exploration of educational theory and practice. This program is d...
New Mexico State University — The Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Administration at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is designed for individuals who aspire to lead and inspire change within ed...
New Mexico State University — Overview of the Ph.D. in Electrical EngineeringThe Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering program at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana provides a robust framework for student...
New Mexico State University — The Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana provides a comprehensive exploration of the scientific principles underlying psychological re...
New Mexico State University — The Ph.D. in Geography at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana offers an immersive experience for students keen to explore the intricate dynamics of human-environment int...
New Mexico State University — The Ph.D. in Health Equity Sciences at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana focuses on addressing health disparities and promoting equity in healthcare access and outcome...
The University of Texas at San Antonio — The PhD in Aerospace Engineering at The University of Texas at San Antonio provides a comprehensive and rigorous education in the principles and practices of aerospace en...
The University of Texas at San Antonio — The PhD in Health Science program at The University of Texas at San Antonio is designed to prepare students for advanced research and leadership roles in health-related f...
University of Maryland, Baltimore County — The PhD in Applied Developmental Psychology at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County delves into the intricacies of human development across the lifespan. This prog...
University of Maryland, Baltimore County — The PhD program in Language, Literacy, and Culture at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County immerses students in the intersection of linguistics, educational theori...
University of Massachusetts Boston — The PhD in Applied Linguistics at the University of Massachusetts-Boston is a comprehensive program designed to explore the intricate relationship between language and so...
University of Massachusetts Boston — The PhD in Applied Physics at the University of Massachusetts-Boston provides an in-depth understanding of the principles and applications of physics in technology and re...
College of William and Mary — The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program at the College of William and Mary is designed for students who seek to engage deeply with their field of study through rigorous re...
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda University — The PhD in Psychology at Loma Linda University offers an in-depth exploration of the human mind and behavior, integrating research with practical application. This progra...
East Carolina University — The PhD in Bioenergetics and Exercise Science at East Carolina University explores the intricate relationship between energy metabolism and physical performance. This pro...
Catholic University of America
Catholic University of America
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18 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #15 (Princeton University) to #575 (University of South Carolina); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of California, Berkeley has the largest research record in this group, with 58,388,527 citations and an h-index of 1,903. 10 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".
The most common subjects are Medicine & Health Sciences (151), Education (93), Engineering (85) and Social Sciences & Psychology (80). The usual length is 4–6 years and null. 94% are full-time and 32 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (0% of courses with a stated intake). New Mexico State University offers the widest choice, with 29 of these courses.
Princeton University (QS World #15), University of California, Berkeley (QS World #28) and Georgia Institute of Technology (QS World #123) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.
Of those with published fees, Universidad del Sagrado Corazon is the least expensive at about USD 6,410 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.
Most listed courses run 4–6 years, with null the next most common.
Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.
32 of these courses are listed as online.
New Mexico State University, with 29, ahead of National University (29).
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