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36 PhD programmes in Developmental Psychology in North America

Psychology - Developmental Psychology (Online)
This Psychology - Developmental Psychology (Online) PhD programme from Liberty University Online provides an in-depth study of human growth and development that can help give you advanced insight into human psychology.
Marriage, Family and Human Development
The graduate Marriage, Family and Human Development program at Brigham Young University is designed to address the theories, research, and practices that (1) strengthen marriages, (2) enhance the development of children, and (3) unfold the characteristics of quality nurturing relationships across generations.
Human Development and Family Science
The PhD Human Development and Family Science program at University of Georgia integrates research and professional practice in human development and family science. Courses and practicum experiences in research, teaching, and service train students to identify, prevent, or solve problems and promote well-being.
Developmental Psychology - Administration and Leadership
With a PhD in Developmental Psychology - Administration and Leadership from Walden University, you can drive positive change in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
Human Development and Family Studies
This Human Development and Family Studies degree at University of Nevada, Reno provides students with a strong foundation in developmental, interpersonal, and family theories, in-depth research skills and expertise, and builds in-depth knowledge in a content area chosen by the student in consultation with their advisor.
Human and Community Development
The objective of this Human and Community Development program at West Virginia University is to provide doctoral students the opportunity to study and conduct research with faculty in areas of excellence in the Division of Resource Management, in particular, and in other divisions in the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design, in general.
Developmental Psychology
Our Developmental Psychology PhD program at University of Rochester prepares students for careers that combine research and teaching at the college or university level.
Developmental Psychology
The doctoral program in Developmental Psychology at University of Denver focuses on human developmental processes—including biological, cultural, social and psychophysiological factors.
Counseling Psychology and Applied Human Development
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program in Counseling Psychology and Applied Human Development (CPAHD) at Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development prepares students to be leaders in the field of counseling psychology and the interdisciplinary field of applied human development.
Developmental Psychology
If you enjoyed the research process as an undergraduate and have a strong interest in human development—and want to see how research can be applied in real-world settings—then it is time to think about a career in Developmental Psychology, with this PhD at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Learning Sciences and Human Development
At Learning Sciences and Human Development from University of California, Berkeley faculty study, design and participate in transformative approaches to individual and social development, approaches within schools and classrooms, and across diverse sites and contexts in communities, workplaces and social movements.
Human Development and Family Studies
The program prepares students for careers in academic life, primarily in psychology, sociology, or human development. It does not prepare students to be clinical psychologists, school psychologists, or family life counselors. The Human Development and Family Studies program is offered by Cornell University.
Developmental and Psychological Sciences
The Developmental and Psychological Sciences (DAPS) program at Stanford University emphasizes disciplined inquiry aimed at understanding human psychological functioning in relation to issues in learning and teaching.
Developmental Psychology - International Perspectives in Developmental Psychology
With a PhD in Developmental Psychology - International Perspectives in Developmental Psychology from Walden University, you can drive positive change in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
Human Development and Social Policy
The Human Development and Social Policy program at Northwestern University studies how public policy affects human development and well-being, how research on human development across the life span informs policy, and how people affect policy.
School and Clinical Child Psychology
Leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degree, the School and Clinical Child Psychology program at the University of Toronto is designed to provide professional training in psychological assessment, therapy, and other psychosocial and instructional interventions, professional consultation, and prevention.
School and Applied Child Psychology
The doctoral program in School and Applied Child Psychology at University of British Columbia is designed to prepare psychologists who can serve as practitioners and supervisors in the field, trainers of school psychologists, researchers, and leaders in school psychology.
Developmental Psychology - Health and Human Development
With a PhD in Developmental Psychology - Health and Human Development from Walden University, you can drive positive change in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
Developmental Psychology - Child and Adolescent Development
With a PhD in Developmental Psychology - Child and Adolescent Development from Walden University, you can drive positive change in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
Developmental Psychology - Research
With a PhD in Developmental Psychology - Research from Walden University, you can drive positive change in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.