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    Perceptions of DL Ph.D.s

    Oh Well.... I guess I have never yet run across the "stuffiness" that exists among institutions. When you earn an RA PhD, it qualifies you for...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Mar 19, 2002 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Perceptions of DL Ph.D.s

    DL PhD The bottom line is that an RA PhD, is a PhD.
    Post by: Jim Marion, Mar 19, 2002 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Touro or Walden for PhD

    I agree with your assessment. As I mentioned, the key is to find a program that fits you. I found that Capella fit me better--but certainly Nova...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Feb 24, 2002 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Touro or Walden for PhD

    I started the Capella program in 1998--back in the "Graduate School of America" days, and did three quarters worth of courses. Then, I left for a...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Feb 24, 2002 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Touro or Walden for PhD

    I applied for a student loan through Capella. The prces was extremely smooth. As for making the PhD a learning experience, rather than an...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Feb 24, 2002 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Touro or Walden for PhD

    Capella There are in fact focused and extended Capella seminars in the DC area. (Dulles Airport area). Capella is a solid choice--it is not...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Feb 23, 2002 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Grantham College

    by all means-please send me info about this group--would love to be in touch with others. I need to go to a summer session--just haven't decied...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Jan 27, 2002 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Grantham College

    I am a Grantham graduate-BSEET-1994. I found the program to very tough, there's no way you can graduate without really learning advanced math....
    Post by: Jim Marion, Jan 27, 2002 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Capella University

    I am on my last few courses in the Capella PhD program. I expect to be writing comps in July. I find the program to be excellent. I enrolled in...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Jan 27, 2002 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Nova Southeastern University

    I have tried both Nova Southeastern and Capella for Doctoral level studies. I began with Capella (back in the graduate school of America days),...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Nov 27, 2001 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR GRADUATE STUDIES

    John- I don't belive this institution is connected with Armstrong in any way. I am (sorry to say) a graduate of one of Armstrongs...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Oct 29, 2001 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Heriot-Watt MBA

    Yes--the program is difficult--but certainly doable. (I am a 1998 HW MBA graduate). The key to success in this program is to "get into a rhythm"....
    Post by: Jim Marion, Oct 8, 2001 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Touro International vs. Capella

    Interesting comment that raises other questions. For example: What really constitutes valid graduate study? After many years of distance...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Oct 3, 2001 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Touro International vs. Capella

    Thanks everyone for your comments. I have decided on Capella for many reasons. First, I think some short residency is probably healthy. Second,...
    Post by: Jim Marion, Sep 29, 2001 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Touro International vs. Capella

    Post by: Jim Marion, Sep 23, 2001 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions