
Go Deep to Go Far
PhD in Wisdom Studies
- 24 credits of coursework;
- 36 credits for your dissertation.
- The Creative Journey to Dissertation: Finding Your Voice, Making Your Mark (Gyorgyi Szabo, PhD – UU – online) (4 credits)
- Chartres Academy (See under In-Person Courses) /Virtual 1 or Virtual 2) (4 credits)
- Great Books (3 credits)
- Transcript: An official transcript from your Master’s program, showing your major, graduation date, courses taken, and grades.
- Personal Statement: An essay detailing your educational objectives and the research area you wish to pursue.
- Resume/CV: Your most recent resume or CV, showcasing your academic and professional achievements.
- Contact both Co-Directors to arrange your interview: Dr. Gyorgyi Szabo at g.szabo@ubiquityuniversity.org and jgarrison@ubiquityuniversity.org
- After your interview, click the “Apply” button below to submit your application along with a $45 admission fee.
Ubiquity University is a global University for inner and outer regeneration. Our mission is grounded in the reality that history has reached a critical moment and people everywhere need to be nurtured to develop new, conscious mindsets, skillsets and toolsets to solve global challenges.
Ubiquity University is different. We are built for people who understand that the current global paradigm is unsustainable. We believe that meeting systemic threats such as climate change depends on the creation of empowered individuals who have done the inner work needed to prepare them to do right and do well in the world.
What our students say

Rachel Root
Ph.D. in Integral Transpersonal Psychology
I got my start with Ubiquity when I attended Chartres Academy for several summer sessions, which I found to be stimulating, and transformational. The teachers, and lectures were quite profound, and were very accessible to the students. Through my course work, and interactions with many people attending Chartres Academy I began to be interested in the programs of study offered by Ubiquity University, especially Integral Transpersonal Psychology. My career had been in music, yet I was looking for ways to integrate my skills incorporating Integral Transpersonal Psychology. I grew immensely, spiritually, mentally, and emotionally under the guidance of my teachers, and fellow students from all over the world.
I loved working on my dissertation and highly valued working on something that I was very passionate about. In this process I found my own voice to be able to fully express my truth in the world.

K. Mari Castle
Ph.D. in Wisdom Studies
I chose Ubiquity University’s PhD program because of the flexibility and freedom to concentrate on coursework that would support my research on ancient wisdom. The Chartres pilgrimage was a profound and transpersonal experience. The faculty was very supportive and I especially enjoyed the diverse community, and like-mind connections – many of which I am still friends with today.

Vita Pires
Ph.D. in Wisdom Studies
My initial motivation to engage with a Ph.D. program at Ubiquity University was that Ubiquity’s educational model is grounded in the world’s wisdom traditions. Therefore I pursued my passion for engaging in in-depth research into the field of study involving the Early Buddhist approach to developing wisdom. The process allowed a deep dive into this topic from multiple angles, including practice, study, and textual exegesis. It was a life-transforming challenge filled with many rewards and insights.

Lindley Edwards
Ph.D. in Wisdom Studies
I found it was an expanding experience, broadening my knowledge, understanding and perspectives. I particularly like the way in which students are required to incorporate what they learn into day to day life and explore what this might mean, anchoring academic theory into praxis. I also enjoyed the encouragement and challenge of my PhD supervisor who provided tangible value to my thesis. The environment was very supportive from the academic staff, the administrative staff and fellow students.

Bodhi Simpson
Ph.D. in Wisdom Studies
Entering into a PhD Program at Ubiquity in Wisdom Studies was an incredible experience and supported the ways that I learned best. This was absolutely the right program for me. I felt seen, heard, connected, and supported throughout my educational journey.

Gyorgyi Szabo
Dean of Graduate Studies
Reasons to do a Ph.D. are as diverse as PhD topics. For pursuing a doctorate, it could be about to start or advance a research in a particular field one is passionate about, follow a scientific or philosophical curiosity, openness and drive to improve oneself and learn new skills. One of the other strong reasons is the desire to make an original contribution to a specific subject. After all, this is a defining quality of a Ph.D. that sets it apart from other university qualifications. The aim is to create something new and significant that will stand alongside the work of previous scholars as well as affect and influence humankind’s evolution towards a more coherent, conscious, peaceful and just world for all.
Co-directors
Examples of Dissertations from our Students
The Creative Journey to Dissertation
Finding Your Voice, Making your Mark
The “Creative Journey to Dissertation” is a 1-week intensive designed by our Dean of Graduate Studies Dr. Gyorgyi Szabo. The course is a critical part of the dissertation writing process and is a requirement for all MA candidates.
Faculty: Gyorgyi Szabo

Support during your Graduate Program
During your graduate dissertation writing you will be supported by a Major Advisor of your own choosing, as well as optional writing courses and writing mentorship.
