Capella University is offering an online PhD degree program that specializes in the field of Educational Psychology. This doctoral degree was developed with the aim of deepening one’s knowledge of educational development through classroom coursework and psychological research. It is intended for those who want to establish careers as professors, educational psychologists, researchers, program administrators and/or consultants.

The full program is composed of 120 quarter credits of academic coursework. This 120 quarter credits are earned by completing the prescribed number of Core Courses, Specialization Courses and Elective Courses. What’s unique about Capella’s online PhD – Educational Psychology program is that learners are allowed to select which electives to take so they can tailor the degree program to meet their individual professional needs and research interests.

The tuition does not include the cost of books and other miscellaneous expenses that may be incurred in the duration of the program. To help reduce the cost of online education, Capella University has several financial aid options, such as grants, loans and scholarships that are readily available to eligible students. Furthermore, some textbooks are provided in electronic format thus helping keep incidental expenses at a minimum.

Capella’s PhD – Educational Psychology program is not designed to meet licensure requirements for those in the counseling fields.

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