Focus
Pedagogy inspired by Bernard Lonergan
*individualized program of study complemented by intensive mentorship model

Pathways/Credits (cr)
Accelerated GEP to PhD 99 credits
Accelerated BS to PhD  54 credits
MS to PhD 45 credits
DNP to PhD 36 credits

Class Format
On campus classes offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters”

Class Days
Tuesdays

Electives
Number of required electives varies based upon specific entry into PhD Program; 3 elective credits must be advanced methods

Comprehensive/Qualifying Examination
Written comprehensive exam required after completion of ALL course work/ 3 essay questions linked directly with program objectives; 1 week to complete the exam; 6 faculty review exam; offered in August, October and January

Dissertation
Hybrid format: traditional proposal, executive summary and PPT presentation; student required to complete and submit dissertation findings as a publishable manuscript prior to graduation

Dissertation Committee
3 committee members, Chair must be from the Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing, most have interdisciplinary committee member- often one member outside UMass system

Number of PhD Students in the Program over the past 5 years
28-30

Time to graduation over the past 5 years
MS to PhD 4.5 years