When it comes to getting a Ph.D., there is no one-size-fits-all approach to ensuring success in graduate school. Every student must find their own path to navigating the most rigorous academic experience that most people will ever attempt. That being said, it’s a good idea to go in with a Read more…
What are PhD stipends? When you enter a PhD program, you can also get financial support in the form of tuition reduction, free tuition, and PhD stipends. That means compensation for work you’ll do, such as teaching or being a research assistant. Typically, traditional, face-to-face universities and PhD programs—as opposed Read more…
What do PhD students do after they graduate? What should they do? And what are the unexpected challenges and limitations they encounter? The first thing a PhD graduate should do is rest and gather their thoughts. It can actually feel stressful to rest after you’re finished because you’re used to Read more…
In 2020, the average age of a graduate from a PhD program in the United States was 33. However, 6% of the graduates were over 45. When people ask what the average age of a PhD student is, many times they’re really asking, “Am I too old to get a Read more…
The resume is perhaps the most important tool in every professional’s arsenal. Crisp, clear, and up-to-date, a well-written resume is a vital document for anyone intent on scaling the corporate ladder. But what about scholars and those with graduate degrees? When it comes to professional documents (and everything else), academia Read more…
The PhD qualifying exam varies by institution and discipline, but they all share something in common: they are among the most difficult tests you will ever take. A PhD qualifying exam is given after you completed your coursework. It is the final hurdle before you begin to work on your Read more…
If you have a friend, family member, or loved one who is involved in a PhD program, reaching out and supporting them with small or large gifts along the way can mean a lot to them. The process of going through a doctoral program is more like a marathon than Read more…
PhD stands for “Doctor of Philosophy.” It represents someone who has gone beyond undergraduate and master’s degrees and moved to a high point of knowledge and technical competence within a certain area. Even more importantly, it represents the creation of knowledge within that area through original research. What Makes a Read more…
If you’re curious about how to be a good PhD student, this article is a good place to start. As a professor for over 30 years, much of that as a Dissertation Committee Chair, I’ve watched many students navigate the PhD process–some better than others. Here’s my advice for how Read more…
Life of a PhD student? Hell. That about sums it up. Okay, that’s not a very satisfying answer. Nor is it completely true. Life as a PhD student doesn’t always feel like hell. It does sometimes, but it’s also an exhilarating and rewarding time to explore your area of interest Read more…