Anyone admitted to PhD program this fall?

[saheckler]

I've heard back from most of the PhD programs I applied to and am in the process of making a decision. Anyone else out there? How are you deciding? Is this an easy decision for you? Will starting your PhD involve moving to a new city? Just would be nice to go through the process with some peers!

[m4howie, ADN, BSN]

I agree with Saheckler. A few things to consider.

1) In general having a masters only knocks off about 15 to 20 credits from a PhD program.

2) In general a person with PhD make more money and have more job opportunities than someone with a masters. So getting a PhD leads to a higher lifetime earning potential.

3)A large number of PhD programs are basically free due to the scholarships available. This means no work attachments. Some employers require you to work a year for every year of school they fund.

4)If you really want the Masters in Public Health get it after the PhD. I live in MN. When I spoke with the admissions people they said a lot of Phd/DNP students get a masters in Public Health but it only takes about years since so many credits transfer in. I speak for other schools or programs but this seems logical.

I can't comment on the GRE seeing as I have never taken it. I am currently prepping to take this summer. Good luck with whatever you decide. :)