Doctoral Degrees

Online Penn State Doctoral Degree Programs

Advance your studies while completing course work online in a flexible doctorate level program.

Stand Out in Your Field

A doctoral degree from Penn State, a nationally-recognized institution, can benefit your career and professional advancement.

The Real Penn State — Online

Your diploma will be identical to one earned by a resident Penn State student.

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Why I chose Penn State World Campus,
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All the reasons that motivate students into going back to school at 40,
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New specializations for patient care added to online nurse practitioner program,
The flexibility of the course offerings via an online format allowed me to work full time as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.  The program also enabled me to apply the education I was receiving directly to my own practice environment.
— Jackie Gordon, Doctor of Nursing Practice