A Doctorate is the highest academic degree awarded by universities in most fields of study. It involves several years of rigorous research, culminating in a dissertation that contributes new knowledge ...

We only admit students one time per year. Our graduate students begin their programs of study in the fall semester. Although our graduate programs technically consist of separate master's and doctoral ...

A full-time student is enrolled in at least 12 credits per term. A full-time program may include a combination of teaching and research assistance; other work leading to the fulfillment of degree ...