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Doctor of Philosophy Degree Programs
The doctor of philosophy degree (PhD) is the most common doctoral degree awarded in both online and traditional higher educational institutions. For many areas of study, if it can be taught on ground, it can be taught online. Online PhD programs emerged in the late 1990s, creating opportunities for working professionals for whom pursuing a PhD would be impossible if not for the ability to attend courses online. Thus, the emergence of online PhD programs has led to increased opportunities that have benefited individuals and communities where they live. The estimated number of students pursuing a PhD degree continues to grow and is currently estimated at slightly more than 2 million in on-ground programs and 639,343 in online programs. Most online PhD programs require ...
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