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Why Choose Liberty University’s School of Health Sciences for Your Doctoral Degree?
With Liberty’s School of Health Sciences, you can pursue an online doctoral degree that meets your needs as a student and a professional. Our seasoned faculty are experts in allied health, human performance, research, academia, and other related areas. With their guidance, you can develop the skills needed to pursue top-level positions in many different health-related fields.
As a pioneer in distance learning since 1985 and a Christian university recognized for its academic quality, affordability, and accessibility, Liberty can provide the tools and resources you need to take the next step in your educational journey. Our health sciences programs blend engaging content with ethical training and practical instruction, and our online courses give you the freedom to earn your degree from the comfort of your home. At Liberty, you can pursue your dreams without putting your life on hold.
As a health science professional, you play a vital role in addressing major health challenges and improving people’s lives. At Liberty, we’re committed to helping you get the education you need to make a bigger impact on your community. Partner with us and earn a doctoral degree that can help demonstrate your expertise to employers.
Available Health Sciences Doctoral Degrees
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Sciences
Liberty’s 100% online Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Sciences can help you pursue higher-level positions as an allied health professional. Whether you enjoy working in clinical settings or hope to teach at the college level, this degree can help you become an industry leader who is capable of meeting the complex needs of the healthcare community.
Specializations:
Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc)
Liberty’s Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) – Leadership and Policy is designed to help you succeed in a variety of different areas. Whether you are an allied health professional looking to take the next step or just beginning, partner with Liberty so that you can focus on helping others. With a practicum that you can complete in your area and an applied doctoral research project, you can graduate better prepared to meet the fast-paced demands of the healthcare world.
Not sure what to choose?
Speak to one of our admissions specialists to help you choose the program that best fits your needs.
Value of a Degree
At Liberty, you can strengthen your research skills and accomplish something remarkable. Earning a degree isn’t just something you do – it can be an invaluable experience. Take a look at some other reasons why earning an online doctoral degree is worth it.
Return on Investment
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides valuable information on how a degree can impact salary prospects. Learn more!*
Employment Opportunities
Explore job outlook statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the following careers: healthcare occupations.**
Professional Connections
Mastering concepts and gaining advanced knowledge shouldn’t be the only benefits of a doctoral degree. Our world-class online learning environment is designed to facilitate collaboration and networking.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Earnings and unemployment rates by educational attainment (viewed online April 12, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
**Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Healthcare Occupations (viewed online April 12, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
Military Tuition Discount
We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want – at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Find out how you can take advantage of this unique opportunity as you work toward your goal of reaching the pinnacle of your profession – for less.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why pursue a doctorate in health sciences at Liberty University?
- Liberty is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- With our flexible online format, you can stay invested in your family, job, and community while pursuing your degree.
- Our courses are taught through the lens of a biblical worldview, so you can prepare to stand out as a person of integrity in the workplace.
- Our health sciences professors hold terminal degrees and have years of experience in academia and various industries.
- You can pick the degree track that best suits your personal and professional interests.
- Liberty’s health sciences programs are based on cutting-edge research, allowing you to get ahead of the curve and stay up-to-date with the latest industry developments.
What are the highlights of earning your health sciences doctorate at Liberty University?
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- As part of our mission to Train Champions for Christ, we offer programs that blend ethical principles with industry best practices.
- Many of our online courses are available in an 8-week format with 8 different start dates offered each year and no set login times.
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