Doctoral Degrees


GW’s Online Engineering Programs offer a number of post-master’s online doctoral degree programs: the Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.) in Artificial intelligence & machine learning, the Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.) in cybersecurity analytics, and the Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.) in engineering management, and the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in systems engineering. The George Washington University Online Engineering Doctoral Programs can empower you to address the sizable challenges facing our modern world. Regardless of your interests and career goals, our online doctoral programs can open doors and advance your career in nearly any field.

Completion of the Doctor of Engineering programs requires completion of eight courses and a research praxis. The research in Doctor of Engineering is applied and involves the solution of a real-world problem using the latest engineering concepts and tools. Through applied (rather than basic) research, the student creates an advanced, practice-based solution. The expected duration of the program is 2 years.

The Doctor of Philosophy program requires completion of eight courses and a dissertation, which leads to foundational work and contributes to the field of systems engineering. The expected duration of the program is 3 years.

By pursuing a Doctoral degree online, you can enjoy the many professional and personal benefits of graduate education, including:

  • Contributing to your organization’s innovation and growth
  • Proving your advanced knowledge, widening your career path and its trajectory
  • Increasing your levels of influence, expertise, and responsibility
  • Earning higher compensation and increased job stability

To learn more about our online doctoral programs, use the links provided below:

Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.) in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.) in Cybersecurity Analytics 

Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.) in Engineering Management

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Systems Engineering