Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology: Deepen Your Understanding of Our Human Experience
Cultivate transformation and embrace the fullness of your human capacity, both individually and professionally.
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Transpersonal Psychology builds upon your prior master’s degree through exploration and consideration of both classic and modern studies of transpersonal psychology. You will strengthen your research and analytical skills while simultaneously carving out a deep understanding of the multiple dimensions of our human experience.
Earn your Doctorate in Transpersonal Psychology in a Virtual-Online format:
• Transpersonally focused since 1975
• Dedicated faculty
• Globally connected
• Scholarships available
• Flexible scheduling
Why Choose Sofia University?
For over 40 years, our educational approach has been rooted in transforming the transpersonal – the belief that true transformation requires a deeper understanding of the body, the mind, and the spirit.
At Sofia, you'll do more than earn an academically accredited degree taught by distinguished and passionate faculty. You'll embrace the fullness of your human capacity to help solve the greatest challenges facing society today. Here are a few ways our program is different than your traditional graduate degree program:
• Academic seminars combine community building, mind-body practices & deep reflection on key topics in the field of transpersonal psychology
• Our collaborative, dynamic learning environment is led by dedicated faculty
• Students will explore transpersonal, spiritual, ecological & creative practices
• The curriculum is grounded in transpersonal philosophy, theory & research
Doctorate of Philosophy in Transpersonal Psychology
The time to choose an alternative path and explore a new life experience is now. Enhance positive individual, professional, and social transformation by earning your Doctorate of Philosophy in Transpersonal Psychology and become a thought-leader in the field with our asynchronous online program.
• Analyze and explain human behavior in a variety of contexts and situations using theoretical models, empirically-supported methods, and research in the field of transpersonal psychology and the wider field of psychology.
• Employ best practices in social science and humanistic research methodology in the design and conduct of original psychological research.
• Reflect upon your own whole-person development, including growth in mind, body, spirit, creativity, and community, and identify opportunities for continuing development.
Community Engagement & Social Advocacy Scholarship
Sofia University believes in a world that is inclusive in approach and where equal opportunities and equitable outcomes exist for all. We are committed to developing and supporting a robustly diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where all members create and feel a sense of belonging. As a first time student at Sofia, you're eligible to apply for scholarships to help pay for your education including our Community Engagement & Social Advocacy Scholarship which awards you $2,000 to apply to your studies.
Flexible
Many courses are offered in an asynchronous online format
Long before our students were juggling additional responsibilities due to shelter-in-place orders, we understood the importance of flexibility in higher education. Our courses are designed with the student's schedule in mind, and the majority of our curriculum is offered online.
Accredited
Sofia is accredited through the Western Association of Schools & Colleges
Sofia University has been accredited by the nation's premier regional accreditation body for higher education, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), since 1998. Through its rigorous review process, WASC confirms that Sofia University possesses the resources, policies, and practices to achieve its educational goals and shows a dedication to the improvement and accountability of its programs.
Recognized
We are proud to have our programs recognized by various organizations
In 2020, our Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology program was ranked Best Doctorate in Psychology by Intelligent. In 2019, our Ph.D. program was also recognized for its affordability by Great Value Colleges.
Committed
Staying committed to our transpersonal values
As a university founded on transpersonal ideology, we are committed to providing our community with tools that tap into the fullness of our human capacity through virtual workshops, seminars, and session series.
"For so long I had been searching for the right program for me. Many of my other degrees were for advancing my job or career and I knew that my Ph.D. had to be something that fed my soul."
LaKisha Hudson, PhD
Alumna, PhD in Transpersonal Psychology, Class of 2016
Transformational Transpersonal Education Since 1975
Palo Alto, CA | Costa Mesa, CA
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