What is IRB Approval in a Doctorate Program?
Under Federal regulations and University policy, all researchers who conduct research—including those completing master’s theses and doctoral dissertations or final projects—that involves human subjects or materials of human origin must apply to the Institutional Review Board (IRB), which reviews all research protocols on behalf of Liberty University’s Research Ethics/IRB Office. Approval of the research protocol […]
How to Pay for a Ph.D. or Professional Doctorate
Facebook LinkedIn X If your heart is set on earning a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree, you’ll join an elite club. In the United States, only 4.9 million people—about 2% of adults—hold a Ph.D. or other doctoral degree. A Ph.D. can lead to a significantly higher salary. According to The College Board, the median earnings […]
4 Advantages of Job Seekers Who Have a Doctorate
A PhD or other doctoral degree can help boost your career. When you earn a PhD or similar doctoral degree, such as a professional doctorate, you’ll have the opportunity to advance human knowledge. That’s a compelling reason to earn a doctorate. But, if you aren’t planning to go into academia, will a PhD or other […]
What is a Professional Doctorate?
A professional doctorate is a doctoral-level degree for experienced professionals who want to translate their industry expertise into a higher position of credibility, leadership, and influence in their profession. Although PhD programs and professional doctorate programs share many similarities, there is a fundamental difference between the programs when it comes to the independent research phase. […]
How Hard is it to Earn a Professional Doctorate?
One of the most common questions I ask students starting their doctorate journey is how hard the program is or what’s the most difficult part about earning a doctorate. Earning a PhD or a professional doctorate requires you to overcome several challenges. Fewer than 2% of adults in the U.S. hold a PhD or professional doctorate. […]