Academics
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How do prospective students apply?
Apply online here. …
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Can I earn CME while completing the DMSc?
The University of Lynchburg is approved to offer Category I CME for the 2024-25 academic year. This activity has been reviewed by the AAPA Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 20 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid from 7/1/2024 to …
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Is the DMSc Degree recognized by national organizations?
AAPA and PAEA promote life-long learning for PAs, including clinical and/or academic doctorate degrees (PAEA. (2009). PA clinical doctorate summit final report and summary). …
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Why the DMSc?
The future of the PA profession will require both experts in evidence-based practice and PA representation in executive leadership. The DMSc is not the exclusive path to achieving these competencies, but PAs who desire additional education and mentorship to achieve these goals are encouraged to apply. …
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What type of degree will I receive?
Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) …
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Who can I contact for additional information?
Mac Duis, EdD Assistant Professor of Education Director of the Doctor of Education in Leadership Studies Program [email protected] …
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Are there any scholarship funds available for participants?
There are limited scholarship funds available through endowed funds established (and implemented through the graduate success office) for students who participate in the program. In addition, students who are not full-time employees at the time of enrollment will be eligible to apply for University of Lynchburg graduate assistantships, including one …
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What is the tuition for the doctoral seminars?
Information about tuition and fees for the EdD in Leadership Studies can be found on the Office of Graduate Success tuition page. …
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Who will serve as faculty chairs for dissertations? As faculty committee members?
Faculty from throughout the academic disciplines offered at the University of Lynchburg serve as dissertation chairs. In addition, two other faculty members serve on a student’s dissertation committee. By request, one of these committee members may be an appropriately qualified individual who may not be a full-time member of the …
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Who serves as student advisors?
Dr. Mac Duis, program director, will serve as the faculty advisor for students in the doctoral program. Other faculty members will serve as dissertation chairs and/or committee members. The program advisor will assist students in matching student participants with faculty who share common professional interests. …
