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Doctoral grads are glad they chose Capella

October 14, 2026 

By: The Capella University Editorial Team

Reading time: 2 min read

Choosing a doctoral program is a big decision. You want an education that works around your life and sets you up for what’s next – and Capella’s 2025 Alumni Outcomes Survey shows doctoral alumni say their education delivered on both.

Built for working professionals, backed by the data

  • 91% of doctoral alumni believe their degree from Capella will help them further their career.
  • 94% of doctoral alumni agree that Capella gave them the flexibility they needed to pursue their degree.
  • 89% of doctoral alumni agree that Capella faculty were well qualified and did a good job.
  • 92% of doctoral alumni believe the education experience at Capella was designed around the needs of working professionals.
     

Source: Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2025, point of graduation.

Capella offers PhDs and professional doctorates. Compare the two and find the degree that fits your goals.

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