Kent State University
College and Graduate School of Education, Health, and Human Services
Ph.D. Handbook for Students and Advisers
Effective Fall 2003
Preface
This handbook has been prepared to assist you in planning the many steps to receiving the Ph.D. in Education. Although we have attempted to answer the most frequent questions asked by doctoral students, it is assumed that you will have many other questions as you proceed through your program. Please do not hesitate to refer such questions to your adviser or to the personnel in the Office of Graduate Student Services (308 White Hall).
The procedures, rules, and regulations stated in this handbook are valid under the normal time limits for earning the Ph.D. degree. Normal time limits are as follows:
Four years from time of admission to complete coursework and candidacy examinations. One additional year is permitted if you are admitted to a Ph.D. program without previous graduate credit.
Five years from the time of reaching candidacy to completion of the dissertation and of the awarding of the Ph.D. degree.
While it is possible to request an extension of time to reach either the candidacy level or graduation, changes in the procedures, rules, and regulations may have occurred in the interim period. If you are granted an extension of time, it may mean that you will be expected to follow new procedures, rules, or regulations not outlined by this handbook.
The various forms included in the Appendices may be downloaded or you may obtain a copy from the Office of Graduate Student Services. The checklist (See Appendix) will provide you with a convenient record of your progress. We suggest that you refer to this handbook throughout your doctoral studies.
