Outcome Reports
- Doctoral
- DBA Doctor of Business Administration
- DHA Doctor of Health Administration
- DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice
- DPA Doctor of Public Administration
- DrPH Doctor of Public Health
- DSW Doctor of Social Work
- EdD Doctor of Education
- PhD Advanced Studies in Human Behavior
- PhD Business
- PhD Business Management
- PhD Counselor Education & Supervision
- PhD Education
- PhD Human Services
- PhD Information Technology
- PhD Organization and Management
- PhD Psychology
- PhD Public Safety
- PsyD Doctor of Psychology
- PsyD Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology
- EdS
- Master's
- MHA Master of Health Administration
- MNML Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- MPA Master of Public Administration
- MPA Master of Public Administration & MS Public Safety
- MPH Master of Public Health
- MS Addiction Counseling
- MS Career Counseling
- MS Education
- MS Higher Education
- MS Homeland Security
- MS Human Resource Management
- MS Human Services
- MS Information Technology
- MS Leadership
- MS Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy
- MS Mental Health Counseling
- MS Organizational Development
- MS Organization & Management
- MS Psychology
- MS Public Safety
- MS School Counseling
- MS Studies in Human Behavior
- MSN Master of Science in Nursing
- MBA
- MBA Accounting Specialization
- MBA Business Intelligence Specialization
- MBA Entrepreneurship Specialization
- MBA Finance Specialization
- MBA General Business Specialization
- MBA Global Operations and Supply Chain Management Specialization
- MBA Health Care Management Specialization
- MBA Human Resource Management Specialization
- MBA Information Technology Management Specialization
- MBA Marketing
- MBA Project Management Specialization
- Bachelor's
Doctor of Philosophy in Human Services
Develop the expertise you need to instigate meaningful social changeThis program helps you learn and apply advanced theory and leadership skills in human services. Doctoral-level course work can prepare you to conduct valid, reliable, and ethical research. Learn how to think critically and write effectively about the field of human services.
Outcome goals and graduates' proficiency levels
We have not yet collected enough information to publish learning outcome data for this program.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services specializations
- Multidisciplinary Human Services
- Health Care Administration
- Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- Social and Community Services
Quality and Professional Relevance
- 100% of Capella faculty in the School of Human Services hold doctoral degrees from accredited universities and colleges.
- More than 1,000 colleges and universities have employed Capella learners and graduates as leaders, staff, and faculty.
Expected Program Outcomes for All Specializations
- Understand the current theories and practices of the human services disciplines.
- Conduct valid, reliable, and ethical human services research.
- Think critically and write effectively in one's discipline and/or professional practice.
- Effectively advocate for social change.
- Embrace the need for diversity/multicultural perspectives in decision-making.
- Develop social and professional ethics.
Doctoral degree graduates
Data from graduates across all doctoral programs have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
Capella University doctoral graduates report satisfaction with salary, benefits, and responsibilities. Half of the graduates surveyed work in higher education and another 12 percent hold positions in the P–12 environment.
Percentage of respondents who answered "satisfied" or "very satisfied"
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q4 2009 – Q3 2010.
Doctoral graduates report receiving salary increases and getting recognition from employers for their Capella degrees. Around half those surveyed have advanced in their careers and just over a third have presented at a professional conference or worked as a consultant.
Percentage of respondents who indicated they had accomplished each item
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q4 2009 – Q3 2010.
Doctoral degree graduates
Data from graduates across all doctoral programs have been combined for these Student Experience results.
Capella University doctoral graduates think their education meets academic program outcomes and helps them meet career goals. They are likely to recommend Capella to others.
Percentage of respondents who answered affirmatively
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q4 2009 – Q3 2010.
Our doctoral graduates report they have gained practical knowledge and expertise which are applicable in a range of professional settings.
Percentage of respondents who rated themselves as "proficient" or "distinguished" on ability to demonstrate the skill or ability on the job.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q4 2009 – Q3 2010.
Expense, completion, &
career information
Expected time to completion:
- Calendar quarters: 20
- Active academic quarters: 20
On Time Completion Rate:
46%
SOC codes:
- 21-0000 (Community and social services occupations)
- 19-3000 (Social scientists and related occupations)
- 25-1000 (Postsecondary teachers)
Program cost
$72,195
Books:
$3,565–3,772
Fees:
$75
Median Debt:
- Federal Financial Aid: $72,695
- Private loans: $0
- Capella pay plan: $0
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Alumni Success Story Quote
Deborah Moore, PhD
"After 9/11, the 20-page paper I wrote became a department manual on stress management techniques."