Why You Should Choose Walden’s Online PhD in Forensic Psychology Program.
In our PhD in Forensic Psychology program, you’ll gain deeper insight into the intersection of crime, psychology, and the legal system. Be empowered with tools and support services that keep you feeling confident and motivated every step of the way.
Our online doctoral program allows you to:
Walden is the No. 1 conferrer of doctoral degrees in forensic psychology, which means you’ll join a diverse cohort of peers.
Choose from among several areas of PhD specialization that can fit your career plan and expand your professional expertise.
Broaden your knowledge, collaborate with faculty and peers, and shape your professional identity during virtual and in-person academic residencies.
Track your milestones, meet your weekly program targets, connect with faculty, and find the right support at the right time with our Doctoral Degree Coach™.
Discover personalized guidance at every step—from dedicated Enrollment Specialists to 24/7 tech support, and much more in between.
Pick a program start date that works for you, and interact synchronously or asynchronously with instructors and peers in our 100% online program.
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Walden's PhD in Forensic Psychology program can prepare you to work in settings such as:
Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.
A master's degree or higher is required for entrance into this program. You will also be required to submit a completed online application, employment history, and official transcripts.
Your enrollment specialist will help you gather all of the required materials starting with your application all the way through your first day of classes.Speak with an enrollment specialist to learn about our current tuition savings.
A 15% tuition reduction for servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and their spouses.1
ONGOING MILITARY OFFER:
1A 15% tuition reduction is available to new students who are servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, or employees of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This tuition reduction is also available if you are a spouse of a servicemember, veteran, or employee of the VA. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course.Walden may change the tuition reduction offered hereunder at any time, but such change will not affect the tuition reduction for students who are currently enrolled at Walden and using the existing tuition reduction. All tuition reductions, grants, or scholarships are subject to specific eligibility requirements. Contact a Walden University Enrollment Specialist for details.
Note on Licensure:
The PhD in Forensic Psychology is not a licensure program and does not prepare an individual to become a licensed psychology professional.
Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, https://www.hlcommission.org/.