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EnglishWhat Degree Programs and Fields of Study Does University of Phoenix Offer?
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University of Phoenix (phoenix.edu) offers online degree programs across 10 fields of study — behavioral sciences, business, criminal justice, cybersecurity, education, healthcare, information technology, liberal arts, nursing, and psychology — at the associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels, plus certificate programs. Some programs in business and healthcare are offered in competency-based or direct-assessment formats, and the university also lets you take a single course without enrolling in a full degree. The right fit depends on which field and credential level you need.
Fields of study and the credentials available in each
The table below reflects the program categories listed on the university's site. Not every field offers every degree level.
| Field | Associate | Bachelor's | Master's | Doctoral | Certificates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Behavioral Sciences | — | Yes (Human Services, Social Work) | Yes (Counseling) | — | — |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes (incl. MBA – Competency-Based) | Yes | Yes |
| Criminal Justice | Yes | Yes (Criminal Justice, Public Administration) | Yes (Criminal Justice, Public Administration) | — | — |
| Cybersecurity | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — |
| Education | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (incl. Continuing Teacher Education) |
| Healthcare | — | Yes (Health Administration & Management) | Yes (Healthcare, Health Administration – Competency-Based) | Yes (Health Administration) | Yes |
| Information Technology | Listed as a field | Listed as a field | Listed as a field | — | — |
| Liberal Arts | Listed as a field | Listed as a field | Listed as a field | — | — |
| Nursing | Listed as a field | Listed as a field | Listed as a field | — | — |
| Psychology | Listed as a field | Listed as a field | Listed as a field | — | — |
For information technology, liberal arts, nursing, and psychology, the site names the fields but the excerpt doesn't break out specific credentials, so check the individual program pages before assuming a level is offered.
How to narrow down to the right program
- Start with your field. Pick the category that matches your career target — for example, cybersecurity if you're aiming at security roles, or healthcare administration if you work in a clinic or hospital setting.
- Match the credential to your goal. An associate or bachelor's is the typical entry point; a master's or doctoral degree is aimed at advancement, licensure tracks, or leadership. Certificates work if you need a focused credential rather than a full degree.
- Check the format. Business (MBA) and healthcare (Health Management, Health Administration) list competency-based or direct-assessment options. These let you move at your own pace based on demonstrated mastery rather than fixed course time — useful if you already have relevant work experience.
- Consider a single course. If you're undecided, "Take a Single Course" lets you sample the format before committing to a program.
What to verify before applying
- Accreditation specifics for your field. The site states the university is accredited, but professional fields like nursing, counseling, and education often have additional program-level accreditation or state licensure requirements. Confirm these for your state before enrolling.
- Whether your target credential exists in your field. The field list is broader than the credential breakdown in some cases.
- Start dates. The site references upcoming start dates, so check the current schedule for your chosen program.
The university's model is built for working adults — one student quoted on the site notes she "would not be able to go back to school" without the flexibility to sign in at her convenience, and another describes the workload as "manageable for working adults." If that matches your situation, the main decision left is field plus credential level.