How to Get Into a Doctoral (Ph.D.) Program

Create a Strong Application and Get the Offer You Deserve

Course Summary

Are you ready to take the next awesome step in your academic endeavors? I'm so excited that you are considering applying to doctoral programs, and would love to be part of your success story! Earning a doctorate degree is one of the most rewarding experiences that we can ever accomplish, and in this course you'll learn all about what's required for the early stages of the doctoral program applications process.

And while it is extremely rewarding, getting into a doctoral program is one of the most difficult academic challenges that we can face.

I am a firm believer that, unfortunately, thousands of doctoral program applicants are denied entrance each year simply because they are unsure of how to prepare for and deliver a strong application. Regrettably, many applicants who are denied entrance are actually better qualified than others who are accepted. They just need a little help through the process. That's where I can help you.

Don't make the application process any more difficult than it has to be.  Enroll in the course to save yourself hundreds of hours of learning from your own mistakes, and learn how to present a competitive application!

I have coached dozens of doctoral students, sat on dissertation committees, written letters of recommendation, and published research even before I entered my doctoral program at DePaul University.  And now I'm sharing my knowledge and resources to get you into the program that you want and deserve.

This course introduces students to some of the most important aspects of successfully applying and getting into doctoral programs.  For each of the application processes and materials covered in the course, students will learn what is required, how to prepare, and how to stay on track with the application timeline.


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Includes Certificate of Completion

Know what it takes to be a strong applicant.

When to apply, and how long the process takes.

Standardized exams....what the are, what your score means, and how to perform better.

Getting good recommendation letters and selecting an effective writing sample.

The importance of grade point average (GPA).

4 Hours of Instruction

Everything you need to know about the early application process to be a strong applicant.

Homework and Organizing Materials

Get your application process started quickly and in an organized manner.

45-Minute Bonus Lecture

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Student and Instructor Community

Ask questions, make comments, and share experiences with others!

Course Curriculum

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Dr. Todd Bottom

My mission is to save you days and weeks of wasted time trying to navigate the complexities of academia and academic research.

By academic training I am a Community Psychologist, earning my Ph.D. from DePaul University in Chicago in 2014.  I published several peer-reviewed research articles during my doctoral studies, and one even before beginning graduate school.


I have worked in research and academics since 2007 and taught university psychology and statistics courses at DePaul University for three years.  More recently I worked in college institutional research and for a pharma research consulting firm.  In 2018 I founded Research Learning Center, where I offer my knowledge and skills to help people just like you to produce better research and writing so that they can graduate sooner.


As of January 2021 my students include over 2,000 ambitious learners just like you from over 100 countries who speak 28 native languages.  I am thrilled to offer you these high-quality courses and look forward to having you as a student and being part of your research success.  Have questions before you get started?  Email me at todd@ResearchLearning.Center.

Darlene

Ph.D. 2020
Bowling Green State University​​

Thanks Todd for help with editing and guiding me in the final stages of my dissertation process.  Todd was readily available to consult when needed.  I wish he had been on board earlier in the process.

Margaretta

Nonprofit Founder
New York, NY​​

He has a wealth of knowledge and skill, provides high-quality professional products and is an absolute pleasure to work with.

Bonus Material Included With the Course
Over 150 Pages of Supplemental Information

Enrollment Options

Lifetime Access

$199 USD

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