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GCU’s PhD in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Performance Psychology program will teach you how to apply theory and practice to conduct original research or work in applied settings such as sport, military or medical industries to help enhance the performance of individuals and groups.
As a graduate, you may go on to become a:
In this program, you can employ quantitative methodology to design, collect and analyze information in alignment with conducting a scholarly dissertation.
GCU’s quantitative PhD in performance psychology focuses on analyzing events through numeric data. This program can help you develop expertise in the creation of a sampling plan and in the collection of data. This program differs from GCU’s qualitative program, which focuses on gaining insight into how and why people think, believe and behave a certain way.
§ MOU-Alumni 2000 Doctoral-July2025: The Alumni Scholarship for Doctoral Programs is only valid for those applicants who submit a complete application and begin a Doctoral program in July 2025. This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other GCU scholarship or awards and only applies to online and evening programs. Please speak to a university counselor for complete details.
To graduate from this program, you must participate in two hands-on doctoral residencies, complete a minimum of 60 credits and pass courses including:
This degree is not intended for those seeking licensure in clinical practice. Those interested in licensure or certification should identify the applicable requirements by inquiring directly with their state or province.
Develop skills to become an effective mental performance practitioner. Get started with your PhD in performance psychology at GCU.
Up to 9 doctoral credits
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Admission Requirements (Doctoral)
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
* Degree must be from an institutionally accredited school. Applicants with a GPA less than 3.4 may be accepted with specifications.
** Degree must be from an institutionally accredited school. Applicants with a GPA between 3.0 - 3.39 may be accepted with specifications. Applicants with a GPA below 3.0 will not be accepted.
GCU’s quantitative PhD in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Performance Psychology program was created by the College of Doctoral Studies to help doctoral learners broaden their skill sets in research and performance psychology.
In this program, you will have the opportunity to:
Study
Familiarize yourself with the major schools of thought in psychology and their philosophical origins.
Strategize
Address the psychoanalytic and psychotherapeutic strategies used to assist individuals with managing personal and interpersonal issues.
Apply
Examine the historical and theoretical background of the behavioristic movement, apply theories of emotion, cognition and motivation to performance.
Research
Explore the basic components of quantitative research design.
