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Union Institute & University’s Ph.D. program incorporates interdisciplinary study to expand and deepen your knowledge and expertise. Explore ideas and practices in leadership, public policy, social change, ethics, creativity, innovation, design thinking, and beyond, in our rich online and in-person academic community.
Learn by your
own schedule
Our national doctoral program is designed to fit your lifestyle no matter where you call home. Union’s flexibility gives you the opportunity to make the greatest meaningful change in your life: your education. There are two six-month terms with enrollment dates and residency periods in January and July. Complete this 66 semester hour degree program in as little as 3 years (maximum 7 years).
UPDATE: Due to COVID-19, our residencies are currently being held virtually.
Select a concentration to learn more
Add a notable qualification to your esteemed degree
All students in the Ph.D. Program in Interdisciplinary Studies have the option to pursue (in addition to their concentration in Educational Studies, Ethical and Creative Leadership, Humanities and Culture or Public Policy and Social Change) one of several graduate certificates embedded in the program. Examples include Design Thinking, Museum Studies, Women’s and Gender Studies and more.
While each certificate requires 12 credits, some of the certificates require participation in additional activities such as presentations or attendance at meetings or webinars. To earn a certificate (or in some cases two certificates when requirements overlap) students should engage in careful planning with their concentration advisor and the coordinator of the certificate(s) being sought.
Students who earn a certificate will have this reflected on their transcripts and diploma.
Meet our Doctoral Faculty
What makes Union’s Doctoral program unique?
“When you choose Union, you are entering a community that values social justice, a commitment that is evident throughout the curriculum and in the daily lives of our students and faculty. We are a diverse and inclusive community, both demographically and in terms of ideas and interests.”
– Jennifer Raymond
Interim Dean, Ph.D. Program
Doctoral Program Courses, Seminars, and Dissertation Titles
Foundational & Research Seminars
Core Seminars
Dissertation Titles
