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New Latin philosophiae doctor

1839, in the meaning defined above

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How to use the PhD title and all the little doctorate “rules”

There are many conventions in the academic world that can make it difficult to navigate the PhD title. The PhD title is awarded to those who have completed a doctoral degree but, not many people know how to use it once they have it.

This article will go through everything you need to know about using the PhD title and when you can start using it.

The “rules” are relatively simple and can be broken as they are not officially set in stone – other than when you can officially call yourself a doctor.

There is no one correct answer but it may be misleading if you use the PhD title incorrectly. Here are the recommendations for effective communication.

It very much depends on the setting. Here are some examples of how I would use my PhD titles awarded to me after my PhD degree.

How do you Write PhD correctly after a name? Is it ph d or phd?

It can be confusing to know exactly how to write PhD after your name. Which bits are capitalised? Is there a ‘.’ In the middle?

When writing a name with a PhD after it, the correct way to do so is to use “PhD” or “Ph.D. or Ph.D”

Depending on the preference of the individual, either form can be used.

However, if the individual has a business card that states their degree in full, then the more formal “Doctor of Philosophy” should be used.

It is important to note that using “PhD” without any periods is incorrect; this abbreviation should only be used in informal contexts such as emails or text messages. I tend to use PhD in my YouTube videos and some people have pointed out that this is incorrect…

Following the individual’s preferred format will ensure that their name and credentials are properly represented.

Should you use Dr as well as PhD?

Some people like to use Dr and PhD in their official titles. There are a couple of important points that you need to know about markers and academic titles.

• A person can have more than one marker in their name. For example my full title is Dr Andrew Stapleton, PhD, MChem.
• The doctor title at the front can be used as a variant to the PhD at the end.

It can be a little bit ambiguous if I was to use Dr Andrew Stapleton, PhD as there are two markers. This could mean that I have two PhD’s, it could mean that I have a PhD and a medical doctorate, or it could just be that I want to use both the doctor and the PhD tags for the one degree.

However, in my experience, I still like to use the doctor title at the front and the PhD tag at the end of my name for official purposes.

Academics would rarely use the PhD suffix in everyday communication. They would much rather just use the doctor title.

What is the proper title for a PhD?

The proper title for a PhD is Doctor of Philosophy. However, some teachers and professors like to be referred to without their official title.

If you are not sure about how your professor, lecturer, or friend with a PhD wishes to be officially addressed you can ask them.

Most of the time, I like to refer to my colleagues with their doctor title for official purposes, but I do not include the PhD at the end of their name. That is much better suited to a business card.

Your lecture may wish to be referred to as:

• Dr [last name]
• Dr [first name]

Asking them in the early stages of your relationship is the best way to work out which one they prefer.

If in doubt, always go for the more formal name and nomenclature.

When can you start to use your PhD title after your doctorate?

When you have earned your PhD, you can start using your title immediately. Although, it can be a little bit confusing as to when you have actually passed your PhD. Is it when you have submitted your dissertation? Is it when you have received the comments back?

The University of Adelaide says that you can use it from your conferral date:

Students can be conferred on one of five dates during the year and for PhD students the conferral date will be the first available following the completion of all the academic requirements of your degree, including final thesis lodgement and the disbursement of any outstanding financial obligations to the University.

I started using my PhD title as soon as my confirmation letter arrived at my house. It was the first letter from the University that referred to me as Dr Stapleton. It was incredibly excited.

Generally, it is acceptable to use the title “Dr.” both professionally and socially but socially, people very rarely use it – at least in Australia. But you should never use it if you are a PhD student, PhD candidate or enrolled in a PhD program without a previous PhD qualification. 

I do use it in professional settings but it always makes me feel a little bit awkward.

However, there may be some restrictions for certain settings. For example, if have a research degree resulting in a doctor title and you are working in a medical setting – some institutions do not like you to use Dr as it can confuse patients into thinking that you have a medical degree. 

Instead, they ask that you use the PhD tag at the end of your name rather than the doctoral title for official and professional communications.

What is the correct way to write PhD?

When writing about someone’s PhD, the correct way is to write the term in full and capitalize each letter.

This should be done for all academic degrees, not just PhDs.

For example, it would be “Doctor of Philosophy” or “PhD” instead of “Ph.D.”, “Dr.”, or “DPhil”.

Additionally, it is common to mention the field of study in which the degree was earned if known, such as “Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics”. It is also good practice to include the institution that granted the degree if it is a recognized one.

When writing about someone’s PhD, use proper capitalization and include relevant information like field of study and institution if known to ensure accuracy.

How do you put a PhD in a title?

Putting a PhD in a title is not as complicated as it may sound.

Generally speaking, the proper way to list a PhD in an academic or professional setting is by writing “Dr.” before the name, followed by the person’s full name and the appropriate abbreviations for their degree.

For example, if John Smith has earned a doctorate in psychology, his credentials would be listed as “Dr. John Smith, Ph.D.”

In some cases, such as when addressing someone formally in speech or on a business card, it may also be acceptable to list their credentials as “John Smith, Ph.D.”

Depending on context and personal preference, some people may also choose to list their higher degrees after their names by writing out the entire degree instead of just its abbreviation.

For example, John Smith could choose to write his full title as “John Smith, Doctor of Psychology”

However, I have not seen this in real academic life.

Should the font size of Ph.D. be the same as someone’s name?

The question of whether the font size of a Ph.D. should be the same as someone’s name is an interesting one.

On one hand, it could be argued that the Ph.D. deserves to be highlighted and therefore should be given a larger font size than someone’s name to denote its importance.

On the other, it could be argued that this would not be necessary or appropriate, and that treating everyone equally regardless of their title or degree is more important.

It depends on context and usage – if both names appear in the same document then they should likely have the same font size; however, if one appears in a formal setting such as a diploma or certificate, then it may make sense to give it a larger font size than someone’s name to emphasize its importance and significance.

Ph.Ds (or PhDs) are an important academic achievement and should be respected accordingly but without going overboard by giving them overly large fonts sizes which can take away from rather than add to their importance.

Wrapping up – doctoral title rules

this article has been over everything you need to know that using the PhD title properly and effectively.

The doctor title can be used in place of the PhD and for incredibly formal communications, such as a business email or card, you can use both.

However, sometimes using both can cause confusion as to whether or not there is a reason first using both the doctor and PhD tags. Nonetheless, many people still use both.

Dr Andrew Stapleton has a Masters and PhD in Chemistry from the UK and Australia. He has many years of research experience and has worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow and Associate at a number of Universities. Although having secured funding for his own research, he left academia to help others with his YouTube channel all about the inner workings of academia and how to make it work for you.

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How To Use Phd In A Sentence

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• This technology is used in ophthalmology right now, but you can use this in kidney transplantations, too," said Jeremiah Wierwille, a PhD student in the Fischell Department of Bioengineering at the University of Maryland. Festival on the Mall challenges young and old to think scientifically 0 0
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• He received his PhD in 1983 and habilitated in 1986, both times specializing in political sciences at the University of Bonn. 0 0
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• We humans are too diverse to establish a norm, " says Betty Dodson, PhD , a New York City-based sexologist and the author of Sex for One. 0 0
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• ‘I have said to you before that if you have a PhD and a posh accent from a school like yours, you are regarded as a sophisticate,’ he said. 0 0
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• My understanding is that this is because funding is now directly tied to 'productivity' and one of the criteria for productivity is how many finished and passed PhDs your department/school/faculty/whatevs can churn out in the shortest possible time. 0 0
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• However, doing a PhD requires a high level of emotional management both within and outwith the field. 0 0
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• Compared with CHOP -- cyclophosphamide, hydroxydaunorubicin, vincristine (Oncovin), and prednisone -- plus rituximab, the combination of bendamustine and rituximab showed substantially lower toxicity and better complete response rates in a randomized Phase III trial, reported Mathias Rummel, MD, PhD , of University Hospital in Giessen, Germany. MedPageToday.com - medical news plus CME for physicians 0 0
• He has a PhD in agronomy and a masters in soil science. Jeffrey Smith: The Biggest Election Showdown is WHERE? 0 0
• He has an MEd in instructional technology from George Mason University and is presently pursuing a PhD at George Mason's Graduate School of Education. 0 0
• I just learned that she also has a PhD in neuropsychology. A plug for Neurartic 0 0
• Peter J. Timoney, FRCVS, PhD , of the University of Kentucky's Gluck Equine Research Center, covered the basics of the disease in a new video interview on TheHorse. com. TheHorse.com News 0 0
• Considered a child prodigy, he went to Harvard and graduated, then he got his PhD in mathematics from the University of Michigan. Five Things To Remember on May 4th | myFiveBest 0 0
• Steinman and authors Michael Platten, MD, and Sawsan Youssef, PhD call for more studies to investigate the potential use of drugs like lisinopril for treatment of MS. 0 0
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• An interestin­g place to start is a book called, "Perfect Health Diet" which is a Paleo-base ­d diet book written by two PhDs who were quite sick before healing themselves through their diet; their diet plan actually resembles the Pacific Islander diet where you see very healthy centenaria ­ns. The Full Feed from HuffingtonPost.com 0 0
• Two positions are PhD -RD positions with cross appointments with the University of Toronto. 0 0
• The U. Chicago program ranks us third below applicants with degrees (not even PhDs ) in accredited and non-accredited medical physics programs. Archive 2006-08-01 0 0
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• With her PhD in animal behaviour, natural good looks and easy way with a camera, she's a natural. 0 0
• I know that working towards a PhD means sacrifices, and in my current position it feels that I have definitely sacrificed too much without getting the rewards in return. 0 0
• DVM, PhD , professor in the Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology at Washington State University, and C. Wayne McIlwraith, BVSc, PhD , DSc, FRCVS, Dipl. TheHorse.com News 0 0
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• Her PhD thesis investigated the role of surfactants and emulsions in the petrochemical industry, and detailed the chemical mechanisms involved in road making. 0 0
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• Dr. Arthur V. Chadwick, PhD , Geologist, dendrochronology (analyzing tree rings to determine past climate) lecturing, Southwestern Adventist University, Keene, Texas, U.S.A. Think Progress » Avatar director wants to ‘shoot it out’ with ‘asshole’ Glenn Beck and climate-denier ‘boneheads.’ 0 0
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• It feels a bit strange to start talking about everyday life when I haven't introduced myself properly ...... in brief, I'm a PhD student in Chemistry, situated somewhere Oop Norf in the UK, and I'm currently skiving off work (ahem, I mean, I'm ill in bed) with not much to do, having surfed on the net for an unhealthy amount of time already today. Geekchic-uk Diary Entry 0 0
• Apparently, Mark Liberman, PhD , the phonetician at the University of Pennsylvania who runs the Language Log, had the same questions about the study that I had. Find Your Focus Zone 0 0
• Dr. Pammla Petrucka holds a PhD in nursing from the University of Alberta, a CIHR post-doctoral fellowship in Aboriginal health policy with the Indigenous Peoples Health Research Centre, and a research associate appointment with the Centre for Knowledge Transfer. Archive 2006-03-12 0 0
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• When you ultimately get someone working in those companies, they are PhD graduates with a huge amount of skills that are almost not purchasable in the west anymore. 0 0
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• Unlike the biomedical fields, it is rare in - ology to have six digit multiple year grants which can fund an entire post-doc or PhD , so the process of grant-writing is much more ubiquitous. Archive 2006-11-01 0 0
• The same was true for most issues covered led recently by the “Katrina Hurricane” coverage that included so much mis reporting worthy of several Phd Dissertations in vaunted journalism schools. Ohio Congresswoman Dies - The Caucus Blog - NYTimes.com 0 0
• All second- and third-year clinical PhD students now participate in the clinic and its research lab. 0 0
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• In this module, Peter Gruber, MD, PhD , attending cardiothoracic surgeon, presents some brief video excerpts from the Arterial Switch Operation for repair of TGA. Transposition of the Great Arteries 0 0
• Ms Simpson was the first woman to receive a PhD in meteorology and has authored more than 190 studies. Think Progress » Donald Trump: Take Al Gore’s Nobel Prize away because of ‘coldest winter ever recorded.’ 0 0
• Three years postdoc Harvard Society of Fellows; PhD in economics from M.I.T.; BA, summa cum laude, in economics from Harvard University. 0 0
• Schoeman averaged 92,79 % throughout her years of study, and her master's thesis was described by two overseas academics as of " PhD standard". 0 0
• Mr Sellers, who has spoken about how Yuri Gagarin's first adventure into space sparked his desire to become astronaut, did a Bachelor of Science degree in ecological science at the University of Edinburgh, before a PhD in biometeorology at Leeds University. Kos RSS Feed 0 0
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How To Use Phd In a Sentence? Easy Examples

• March 5, 2024

In this article, we will explore different examples of sentences that showcase the versatile use of the phrase “example sentence with phd.” A Ph.D., or Doctor of Philosophy, is a prestigious academic degree awarded to individuals who have demonstrated mastery in a specific field through advanced research and study. This title signifies the highest level of expertise and authority in a subject area, often leading to opportunities for leadership, research, and teaching roles.

When crafting sentences with the term “example sentence with phd,” it is important to consider the context in which the phrase is used. Whether describing a person’s qualifications, highlighting an accomplishment, or citing a source of information, the inclusion of “Ph.D.” can add credibility and depth to the statement. By examining various instances of how this term can be incorporated into sentences, we can better understand its impact and significance in academic and professional settings.

Through a collection of diverse examples, this article aims to demonstrate the flexibility and power of using the phrase “example sentence with phd.” By exploring the ways in which this title can enhance communication and emphasize expertise, readers can gain insight into the nuanced implications of referencing a Ph.D. in written or spoken language.

Learn To Use Phd In A Sentence With These Examples

• Have you completed your PhD in Business Administration?
• Can you explain the benefits of obtaining a PhD in Economics?
• Remember to mention your PhD qualifications in your job application.
• How many years did it take you to finish your PhD program?
• Is it necessary to have a PhD to become a senior researcher in the field?
• Utilize your PhD experience to propose innovative solutions to the company’s challenges.
• Why did you choose to pursue a PhD in Marketing?
• Achieving a PhD can open up new opportunities for career advancement.
• Don’t underestimate the value of a PhD when aiming for leadership roles.
• Have you considered specializing in a niche area for your PhD research?
• Improve your research skills through your PhD program.
• Share your PhD thesis findings with the team to enhance knowledge.
• Should you attend networking events to connect with other PhD holders in your industry?
• Aiming for a PhD scholarship can lessen financial burdens during your studies.
• How do you plan to balance work and PhD studies effectively?
• Make sure to update your LinkedIn profile with your newly acquired PhD qualification.
• Is it common for professionals in your field to pursue a PhD ?
• Receive recognition for your PhD achievements within the organization.
• Pursuing a PhD requires dedication and perseverance.
• Can your PhD research contribute to the company’s long-term strategy?
• Lack of a PhD should not hinder your ambition for career growth.
• Have you thought about publishing your PhD dissertation in a renowned journal?
• Collaborate with other PhD candidates on joint research projects for broader perspectives.
• Remember to include your PhD title when introducing yourself at industry conferences.
• Don’t let imposter syndrome hold you back from pursuing a PhD .
• Explore the various scholarship options available for PhD candidates.
• Have your PhD studies influenced your approach to problem-solving in the workplace?
• Engage in continuous learning beyond your PhD to stay relevant in the industry.
• Why do some professionals choose to pursue a PhD later in their careers?
• Utilize the knowledge gained from your PhD to mentor junior colleagues.
• Make use of research grants to support your PhD project.
• How does having a PhD impact your leadership style in business operations?
• Avoid underestimating the time commitment required for a PhD program.
• Reflect on the transferable skills gained during your PhD journey.
• Why do some industries highly value candidates with a PhD background?
• Stay motivated during the challenging phases of your PhD studies.
• Implement innovative research methods learned during your PhD in your work projects.
• Is having a PhD a common requirement for academic positions in your field?
• Share your PhD experiences during internal training sessions to inspire others.
• Incorporate the latest industry trends into your PhD research for relevance.
• Are companies increasingly valuing candidates with a PhD for strategic roles?
• Collaborate with industry experts to enhance the impact of your PhD research.
• Offer guidance to colleagues considering pursuing a PhD based on your experience.
• Should you consider pursuing a PhD in a different field to broaden your expertise?
• Evaluate the return on investment of pursuing a PhD for your career goals.
• Communicate the value of your PhD qualification during performance reviews.
• How can companies support employees pursuing a PhD while maintaining productivity?
• Can a PhD increase your earning potential in your current role?
• Developing a strong research proposal is crucial for securing a PhD position.
• Do you plan to continue your education beyond a PhD for further specialization?

How To Use Phd in a Sentence? Quick Tips

Imagine you’re a student eager to impress your professors with your academic writing skills. One small word can make a big difference in your scholarly endeavors: “PhD.” But fear not, dear student! Mastering the correct usage of “PhD” is easier than acing a pop quiz you didn’t study for. So, buckle up and get ready to learn the dos and don’ts of incorporating “PhD” into your writing.

Tips for using PhD In Sentences Properly

When it comes to using “PhD” in your sentences, there are a few simple rules to follow. Firstly, always remember to capitalize each letter and include periods between them. “PhD” is an abbreviation for “Doctor of Philosophy,” so treat it with the respect it deserves by giving it the proper punctuation.

Secondly, make sure to include the full title “Doctor of Philosophy” before abbreviating to “PhD” somewhere in the text. This helps establish what the abbreviation stands for and prevents any confusion for your readers. For example, you could write, “She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology.”

Lastly, “PhD” should be used after a person’s name to indicate that they have earned this prestigious degree. It’s like adding a shiny gold star to their academic achievements. For instance, “Dr. Emily Johnson, PhD, will be giving a lecture on astrophysics.”

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Now, let’s tackle some common blunders that students often make when using “PhD” in their writing. One of the most frequent slip-ups is forgetting to include the periods between the letters. Remember, it’s not “PhD,” it’s “Ph.D.”

Another error to watch out for is using “PhD” as a verb. You wouldn’t say, “She PhD in Chemistry,” would you? Of course not! “PhD” is a noun, my dear student, and should be treated as such.

Examples of Different Contexts

To truly grasp the versatility of “PhD,” let’s explore how it can be used in various contexts within a sentence:

• The renowned scientist, Dr. Martinez, earned her PhD in Biomedical Engineering from MIT.
• Students aspiring to pursue a PhD must demonstrate a strong passion for research.
• Could you believe that Professor Brown has not one but two PhDs in Economics and History?

Exceptions to the Rules

While we’ve covered the basics, there are a few exceptions to keep in mind when using “PhD.” When “PhD” is part of a formal title, such as when addressing someone, it should be treated as an honorific. In this case, you would say, “Good evening, Dr. Watson,” instead of using the abbreviation.

Now that you’ve got the inside scoop on how to wield “PhD” like a pro, go forth and conquer your academic writing with confidence!

Which of the following is the correct abbreviation for “Doctor of Philosophy”?

When should “PhD” be used in a sentence?

• A. Before a person’s title
• B. After a person’s name
• C. As a verb
• D. Only in informal writing

True or False: “PhD” should always be capitalized and have periods between the letters.

More Phd Sentence Examples

• Did the candidate you interviewed yesterday possess a PhD degree in economics?
• To excel in the field of academia, is it necessary to pursue a PhD program?
• Could you please provide a list of your team members who hold a PhD qualification?
• As a hiring manager, have you ever preferred candidates with a PhD over those with a master’s degree?
• Are there any scholarships available for employees seeking to pursue a PhD part-time?
• Could you recommend a reputable institution for obtaining a PhD in business management?
• Why is it important for your research team to include members with a PhD background?
• Will completing a PhD in marketing assist in advancing your career in advertising?
• Have you considered the benefits of collaborating with a PhD holder for your upcoming project?
• What are the differences between a PhD and a professional doctorate in the medical field?
• Do employees with a PhD tend to contribute more innovative ideas in a corporate setting?
• How has obtaining a PhD influenced your perspectives on leadership within the organization?
• Should companies offer incentives to employees who wish to pursue a PhD while working full-time?
• Is it common for individuals in your industry to pursue a PhD to gain a competitive edge?
• Will a PhD in computer science open up opportunities for research positions in tech companies?
• Are employers in the engineering sector more likely to hire candidates with a PhD in their field?
• Could you elaborate on the advantages of holding a PhD when seeking a promotion in the company?
• Have you ever felt that having a PhD has hindered your chances of landing certain job roles?
• Should we allocate a budget for employees interested in enrolling in PhD programs this year?
• Why do some industries place a higher value on individuals with a PhD compared to others?
• The board of directors unanimously agreed to hire a new CEO with a PhD in finance.
• Contrary to popular belief, not all successful entrepreneurs hold a PhD in business administration.
• Despite having a PhD in psychology, she chose to pursue a career in human resources.
• Employees without a PhD qualification may find it challenging to secure a teaching position in universities.
• The company’s policy on educational requirements does not specify the need for a PhD degree.
• The marketing department decided to bring in a consultant with a PhD for their latest campaign.
• It is essential to recognize the contributions of employees with a PhD in driving innovation within the company.
• Without a PhD in the relevant field, it may be difficult to publish academic papers in reputable journals.
• Considering the rising demand for experts in sustainability, pursuing a PhD in environmental studies is highly recommended.
• Are there any exceptions to the rule that a PhD is required for tenure-track positions in academia?

In summary, the word “example sentence with PhD” has been showcased in various contexts throughout this article. These sentences demonstrate the versatility and utility of incorporating the term “PhD” in writing to highlight academic achievements or qualifications. By using this word in different sentence structures, writers can effectively convey the significance and impact of holding a doctoral degree.

By examining the examples provided, readers can grasp the importance of crafting clear and concise sentences that feature the word “PhD.” Whether it is used to identify someone’s title, recognize their expertise, or emphasize their educational background, the word “example sentence with PhD” serves as a powerful tool for effective communication. Utilizing this word strategically can enhance the credibility and authority of written content while clearly conveying the message to the intended audience.

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How to Correctly Use the Titles Dr. & PhD With a Name

How to Reference a Person With a PhD

When someone has earned a Doctor of Philosophy, or Ph.D., degree, that person is subsequently referred to as “doctor” in formal speech. The same is true of a person who is a medical doctor, psychologist, dentist or veterinarian. In formal speech, that person should be referred to as “doctor.” However, the rules are different in written form when addressing someone who is called “doctor” in formal speech. In written form, the titles “Dr.” and “Ph.D.” are not interchangeable.

Determine the Type of Doctor

First, you should identify what type of doctor you are addressing. Doctors of medicine and psychology, doctors of dentistry and doctors of veterinary medicine must be addressed differently in comparison to academic doctors who have earned a Doctor of Philosophy doctoral degree. Be advised that there are different types of doctoral degrees. A Doctor of Philosophy degree is just one kind of doctoral degree. There’s also, for example, a Doctor of Education doctoral degree and a Doctor of Psychology doctoral degree. The titles associated with the various doctoral degrees are not interchangeable. Only a person who has earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree should be addressed as Ph.D.

Addressing a Doctor in Writing

Place the title of “Dr.” before the name of a person who is a doctor of medicine or psychology, doctor of dentistry, or doctor of veterinary medicine. For example Dr. George Ross. Always write the word “doctor” in its abbreviated form when it goes before the person’s name. Never write, for example, Doctor George Ross. Do not combine the title of “Dr.” with any other title even if the person could appropriately be addressed by a different title. Never write, for example, “Dr. George Ross, Ph.D.,” even if the person is a medical doctor who has also earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree. Pick one title. Do not use the “Dr.” title when referring to someone who is solely an academic doctor.

Put a comma followed by the title “Ph.D.” after the name of a person who has earned a Doctor of Philosophy doctoral degree. For example Stacey Childs, Ph.D. Do not combine the title of “Ph.D.” with any other title even if the person could appropriately be addressed by a different title. For instance, even if the person being addressed is a doctor of medicine who has also earned a Ph.D., never write, for example, Dr. Stacey Childs, Ph.D. Pick one title. Do not use the “Ph.D.” title when referring to someone who not earned a Doctor of Philosophy doctoral degree.

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8. I will go toe to toe with any PhD or Physician in a discussion of the mysteries of the Leftist mind

9. These days it is hard to find a PhD who is not a liberal/Leftist

10. I’m so excited! I read about animal spirits just a few days ago in a book that I think was called The Wind Is My Mother by a PhD native shaman called Bear Heart, but I wasn’t expecting to find mine today

11. I was told her PhD is in a relevant field

12. Peter Everett held the position of head of research and finally, there was Marcy Everett with a PHD in biology

13. MA, and credits towards a PhD in the process

14. During one of his study vacation (men going abroad to study after marriage, was quite uncommon; thanks to the providing wife) while doing a PhD abroad, when he visited his wife in Chennai for a month, Krishnan received an airmail that contained a painstakingly-packed box

15. And now, mental health professionals have joined the movement, focusing on how simple living can help alleviate tension-related reactions such as insomnia, nervousness, anxiety, neck and shoulder spasms, chronic fatigue and, says Roderick Gorney, MD, PhD , "our excessive dwelling on 'things

16. Along with all this technology -- which includes the TV too, by the way -- comes information overload, says Daphne Stevens, PhD , a psychotherapist, life coach and author of the forthcoming book, Watercolor Bedroom: Creating a Soulful Midlife

17. A Park Fellowship pays tuition and fees, and gives cash stipends of $10,000 annually for master’s students, and $18,500 per year for PhD students

18. Additionally, the physicist Feynman—or it could have been his PhD supervisor, John

19. through high school with good grades than it was to get through a master’s or a PhD program in

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21. that your PhD was obtained at a university in either the United Kingdom or

22. More than 30 years later, he finished his research and obtained a PhD in Physics

23. NFL history to hold a PhD in mathematics, from

24. that he was getting a PhD in mathematics from

25. Garrett Lisi, a PhD in Physics and at the time, a relative outsider and unknown, proposed his “An

26. completing a PhD that she was struggling to finish and has

27. University, earned his PhD on schizophrenia, worked in West London mental hospital for ten years as a

28. John M Berardi, PhD , CSCS - his philosophy is simple: people from all walks of life, from soccer stars to soccer coaches to soccer moms, should have access to the most recent developments in health, exercise, and nutrient science

29. The PhD project went viral on the Internet and caused an enormous stir in companies that Jones had wished to be employed with

30. The rancher‘s leg was healing without complications, another testament to the consummate skill of George Martinez, MD, PhD

31. Constance Terrell, MD, PhD , with the new title of

32. Prime Minister, you want me to be a what? A janitor! I just told you that I have a PhD in two fields in psychology!

33. “Don"t you dare think that I slept my way to a PhD I didn"t damn it! I studied my brains out!”

34. Doctor in this case would not imply a medical doctor, but would be a soul, who has earned, for our understanding, their PhD in a certain educational discipline, such as ‘Doctor of Philosophy’ for example

35. Russ Newman PHD says “that we know that stress is a fact of life and some stress can actually have a positive impact, however, the high stress levels that many American report experiencing can have long-term health consequences ranging from fatique and obesity and heart disease

36. A passionate writer, I have recently deferred a PhD in Developmental Molecular Biology to pursue my writing career

37. obtained his PhD from Harvard where he lectured in

38. a PhD from University of

39. My PhD in Astrophysics gave me a very good foundation to understand complex problems and have the self-belief to

40. After Ben finished the projects and research papers he needed for his PhD , and after he graduated, he started putting in the time and energy to organize the digs on Earth

41. • To initiate interest for research either PhD or

42. He has a PHD in physics and biochemistry, and he did that in a year

43. having a PhD – it is not necessary for most expats to function comfortably in a new

44. And Robin’s tutor was delighted that he had elected to carry out his research project at his old University; perhaps, after all, he could be tempted into a PhD course and take a teaching post there

45. Khotso Mokhele, who holds a PhD in Astronomy, and in addition has

46. Where to start? A friend of mine who was doing his PhD in the psychology of personality was being supervised by no less an authority than the great Hans Eysenck

47. Author Gary Weber, PhD , who has written about Sharp’s study, explains that “meditation does not suffer from the all-too-familiar ‘down-regulation’ of pleasure experienced with sex, drugs, money, food, etc

48. only PhD under this tent Dr

49. intelligence started back when he wrote his PhD thesis titled The Threat to North American

50. collapsed when Marion announced that she"d been accepted into a PhD programme at

51. “Sort of, he"s doing his PhD in international studies

52. but Paul said he wasn't interested and went to MIT where got a PHD in Math

53. however, was the introduction of the microchip and the era we now find ourselves in (the Industrial to the Information age) which distributed information and knowledge to those that wanted to receive it but Stage 3 is the interesting area for the near future where we will experience the rejuvenation and engagement of the spirit of employees (Sandy Gluckman PhD )

54. He claimed he was studying in Cambridge in a PhD program but with people like Roger the truth is never unadulterated

55. After a PhD at Cambridge University? Perhaps

56. George Zeidan was a brilliant student doing his PhD at LSE

57. A baby girl was born called Amy and Sonia continued her studies for a PhD

58. Anyway, Edward was a PhD in Sociology and a very cultured person with interests in music and literature

59. Mind reaches to the no-mind state as a student of high school one day becomes a PhD scholar

60. In four years, I finished my Master's and PhD

61. He was studying for a PhD in 47

62. That summer he left for Arabia and in the fall, when he returned for his final PhD year he proposed to me

63. “What then? Are any of the men I had better than you? Even Abdullah with his PhD and his zillions? Or am I going to stand around waiting for a prince? You are overvaluing me

64. � What made "slow" such a terrible thing?� I had a friend who earned a PhD , using her slowness as a strength not as a weakness

65. I have a Phd in it myself

66. He earned a master’s degree in American history and even now is working on a PhD dissertation on the president’s pardoning power

67. Moore, a “priest-psychiatrist” who had a PhD in psychology from the Catholic University and was a highly respected professor there, believed that focusing on the “mentally disadvantaged” through the delivery of new techniques in psychiatric and psychological therapies combined with deep spiritual guidance offered a more holistic treatment for patients suffering from mental illness and disabilities

68. He struck me as someone who had a PhD in something airy and indescribable

69. Sci, whose given name was Seymour Kloppenberg, was twenty, he had graduated from MIT with a PhD

70. Janet Fisher of the Northeast Regional Climate Center, Janet Wall of the National Climatic Data Center, and Keith Heidorn, PhD , of the Weather Doctor (http://www

71. Charles Stenger, PhD , cleared up my confusion on POW statistics

72. ), and Jim Heath, PhD , professor emeritus, Portland State University, to find information on Everett Almond, the navigator who was killed by a shark while trying to save himself and his pilot

73. I was talking to a neuroscientist I know at Stanford, Jodie Trafdon, PhD , who has identified specific types of neurons and levels of key neurotransmitters associated with the need for immediate gratification—brain research with rats, monkeys, and humans all show similar results—the experience of low satisfaction or low contentedness in life is associated with impulsive behavior that is an attempt to grab a reward

74. I didn’t need a PhD in psychology to know what it meant

75. She holds a PhD in literature from the University of Texas at Austin, where she currently teaches literature and creative writing, and supervises a poetry workshop at the Austin State Psychiatric Hospital

76. Hill soon found out that Northernlights was actually a PhD scientist from China living in Saskatchewan and working for a large international contract research organization

77. One book that Weyland says greatly affected his approach to stock picking is The Psychology of Judgment and Decision Making by Scott Plous, PhD

78. He has a degree in economics, an MBA in international finance, a PhD in finance, a PhD minor in food and resource economics, a PhD certificate in tropical agriculture, and a PhD certificate in Latin American studies

79. It was the ultimate PhD in investing, straight from the trenches

80. He earned a PhD in economics at the University of Zurich, and started his financial career with the global investment firm White Weld & Company

81. By then, you'll have a PhD in making mistakes, the degree almost every trader earns during his or her first year

82. Chaum studied problems in cryptography while completing his PhD at the University of California, Berkeley, and was particularly interested in ways people could transfer money digitally and anonymously

83. Their sauces are too over-thought, their menus don’t make any sense unless you’ve got a PhD , they spend money on the wrong things

84. A “21st Century” education that was better than school or university and taught by those with a PhD in Results, not just theory

85. He has a PhD from the University of Western Ontario in Medical Biophysics, and spends his days as a science writer & editor for the Techna Institute in Toronto, part of University Health Network

86. Steinbeck embroiders, too: Ricketts attended the University of Chicago (1919–22) but never graduated, whereas his fictional counterpart holds a PhD from that institution

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How to Punctuate Names With a PhD

When writing about a person who holds a doctorate of philosophy degree, the designation "Ph.D." traditionally follows his name. This way, readers can easily understand his qualifications and authority. Punctuating this marking can seem a bit complex, especially since different people write it differently. Standard rules do apply to this issue, but the most important thing is consistency; however you punctuate it, do it the same way throughout your paper, article or document.

Type the person's full name--for example, "Jane Smith."

Type a comma, then type a space.

Type "Ph.D." Capitalize the "P" and the "D," but write the "h" in lowercase. Put a period after the "h" and after the "D," and do not type a space between the "h" and the "D."

Type another comma immediately after the second period in "Ph.D.," and then type a space. Now continue writing as you would normally, for example, "Jane Smith, Ph.D., earned an award for her research in psychology." Or, if the sentence ends with the "Ph.D." designation, then simply move on to the next sentence; you do not need to add another period. For example, "The institute gave the award to Jane Smith, Ph.D. Smith recently finished her research study in psychology."

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What are some of the starting phrases that I can use while responding to Ph.D examination committee questions during my defence?

I am appearing my Ph.D defence in a few weeks. I am in need of some starting phrases or words which I can use while responding to the questions from the examiners. There could be difficult questions which are beyond the objective of my thesis, the examiner could point out a better methodology or I might have missed some of the most important papers in the field and so on.

I need a list of some starting phrases for responding the examiner's question.

I am clear about my objectives and the contents of my thesis. Just need some speaking tips.

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• 6 I'd say the truth :) Be honest, be polite, be direct.... –  Fábio Dias Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 1:04
• 47 There are times for witty phrases that you spent the last two weeks memorizing; your dissertation defense is not one of them. –  Mad Jack Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 1:04
• 14 I went to a defence where every answer started with "that is a very good question". Towards the end, it got quite funny; and when we told him later, he said he hadn't realised. –  Davidmh Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 8:44
• 7 Well, you could always say AAAAAAAAAAAAA! - the best defense being a good offense, after all. –  BrianH Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 17:01
• 4 PhD defences are not about canned beginnings to sentences. You're being examined on your ability to answer questions, not to say some magic phrase before answering questions. Just answer the questions. –  David Richerby Commented Jan 26, 2016 at 0:44

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In addition to Pete Clark's excellent answer, I would like to offer a second piece of advice. When you are feeling nervous or "put on the spot" by questions, an excellent first step is to begin by ensuring that you have understood the question. You can say something like:

"If I understand correctly, you are asking [paraphrased question]

and then go on with your response. This both makes sure you are clear about your communication as well as giving you a moment to steady your nerves and to think about your response.

• 11 +1 for a great tip that applies much more generally whenever you are communicating with people about research. Too many people have a tendency to answer a completely different question than the one they were asked, without even bothering to check whether their (flawed) understanding of the question is correct. –  Dan Romik Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 5:31
• 3 Of course, over (or mis) using this makes you sound like an idiot. –  Kimball Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 5:44
• 5 @Kimball I'd interpret an overusing of this as a sign of nervousness more than anything else. –  Davidmh Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 8:50
• 1 Also "that's a very interesting question... I don't have an answer for that right now." –  Pål GD Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 9:03
• 9 This is especially important if you are not sure if the whole audience was able to hear the question. Sometimes people from front rows ask in a rather quiet voice and if there is no microphone, it is generally good to repeat or paraphrase it for everyone present. –  dtldarek Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 10:09

Trying to prepare for any academic examination via stock phrases which are not related to the content of the subject is a very poor idea. You are never expected to know everything about your subject or be able to answer every question related to your work. When you do not know something, an ideal answer is "I don't know, but..." What follows should show that you know something related to the question and/or have some ideas about what you would do in order to learn the answer that you do not now possess.

I don't mean to be harsh, but in my opinion "while preparing for your PhD defense" is a bit late to be learning the above lesson and in particular that "polite and impressive phrases" will please no one. If I were on an exam committee and saw someone answering in this way, it would make a much more negative impression on me than a crisp, honest "I have no idea" (with no "but..."). If someone said that, then 90% of the time I would drop the line of inquiry and move on to something that they do know. If someone tried to blow smoke in my face, I might well try to wring an honest admission of lack of knowledge out of them. Please consider yourself warned.

Added : The clarified version of the question changes things a bit. I would still advise against memorizing specific phrases, as I think that could come off as trying to obfuscate (which, as above, would be very bad). It sounds like the OP may just be a bit nervous about an important presentation given in a non-native language. I certainly hope it is the case that the OP has given academic presentations before and has answered questions from faculty before. I would recommend that the OP talk to his advisor, to get some feedback about the format of the defense and to get some practice answering questions. In my opinion the precise words used to frame an answer to a question are not very important, and the less framing material and the more direct the answer, the better. But the OP can try out answering questions with his advisor, and if there is really some formal deficiency, his advisor can help him remedy it. This is part of the advisor's job. Getting stock phrases from the internet from those who don't know the OP or the subject of his thesis seems quite likely to backfire.

• 1 @ Pete L. Clark Makes perfect sense to me. What I meant by polite and impressive phrases is to respond in a confident way by using appropriate words to justify my research in the context of the question asked. For instance, just saying "I have no idea" might not suffice but expanding the answer to "I hadn't thought that way, but it looks like it is worth considering in future research" could be better. I am in need of such phrases just to expand my eloquent speaking. It by no means was to memorize the stock phrases and keep on responding with the phrases which are irrelevant to the question. –  visresearch Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 1:33
• 6 @visresearch: Once again, I would prefer "I have no idea" to "I hadn't thought that way, but it looks like it is worth considering in future research" once it became clear that by the latter you meant the former. You do not need to speak "eloquently"; you just need to speak clearly and with sufficient (not perfect) mastery of the subject matter. Why are you seeking to put on airs? –  Pete L. Clark Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 1:48
• 4 @PeteL.Clark - I think you might be being unsympathetic here. My guess is that the OP has a very poor command of spoken English and has trouble coming up with sentences on the fly. I imagine that if I had to defend my thesis in French, I'd want to be prepared with some stock phrases (even though I basically have no trouble reading papers in French or, for that matter, basic survival in a French-speaking country). –  Alexander Woo Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 2:02
• @Alexander: If that were the situation, I would be more sympathetic, yes. The OP hasn't said anything like that though. Perhaps this difficulty communicating is symptomatic of his problem? Anyway, someone with a shaky command of English is especially advised to speak simply and clearly, rather than trying to memorize "eloquent" or "impressive" phrases. So I think the content of my answer still applies. (Also, the English of the question and the comments looks flawless to me.) –  Pete L. Clark Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 2:09
• @AlexanderWoo My question is in line with your comments.However, I wouldn't say that I have a very poor command of speaking English. There are times when I feel a bit shaky especially while choosing the right words otherwise I am confident. Maybe the title of this post was misunderstood or I was not explicit enough in my queries. Anyway, it is good to get inputs. –  visresearch Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 2:35

No you don't, what you need is good arguments to back your research claims - their validity, their novelty, their applicability/importance and so on.

Having said that, some universities have certain rules of protocol, e.g. examiners begin their questioning by reciting "By the permission of the esteemed [position-holder-here] and by my right, I will address several questions to the candidate" or something along these lines. It might be the case that there's some ceremonial opening for your reply. That kind of ceremony - like the robes, and hats, and the "procession" etc. are of symbolic but not material importance. Find some official involved with organizing the examination and have them tell you about the ceremonial procedure.

But again - it's the substance, not the form, which matters.

• 2 You're in the Netherlands, aren't you? I was on a Ph.D. examination committee in Delft a few years back, and enjoyed the ceremony greatly, particularly being called "Herr Opponenten" –  jakebeal Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 15:54
• @jakebeal: Yes I am. I wish people would take their defense more seriously... if only opponents would actually ask hard (but failr) questions rather than just assuming the guy/girl needs to get his degree. –  einpoklum Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 16:42
• 2 In my case, nobody thought to tell me to take it easy, and as the person from farthest away I was the first opponent, so I gave a fairly hard US-defense-style interrogation. :-) –  jakebeal Commented Jan 25, 2016 at 17:03

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Understanding what makes a good thesis statement is one of the major keys to writing a great research paper or argumentative essay. The thesis statement is where you make a claim that will guide you through your entire paper. If you find yourself struggling to make sense of your paper or your topic, then it's likely due to a weak thesis statement.

Let's take a minute to first understand what makes a solid thesis statement, and what key components you need to write one of your own.

A thesis statement always goes at the beginning of the paper. It will typically be in the first couple of paragraphs of the paper so that it can introduce the body paragraphs, which are the supporting evidence for your thesis statement.

Your thesis statement should clearly identify an argument. You need to have a statement that is not only easy to understand, but one that is debatable. What that means is that you can't just put any statement of fact and have it be your thesis. For example, everyone knows that puppies are cute . An ineffective thesis statement would be, "Puppies are adorable and everyone knows it." This isn't really something that's a debatable topic.

Something that would be more debatable would be, "A puppy's cuteness is derived from its floppy ears, small body, and playfulness." These are three things that can be debated on. Some people might think that the cutest thing about puppies is the fact that they follow you around or that they're really soft and fuzzy.

All cuteness aside, you want to make sure that your thesis statement is not only debatable, but that it also actually thoroughly answers the research question that was posed. You always want to make sure that your evidence is supporting a claim that you made (and not the other way around). This is why it's crucial to read and research about a topic first and come to a conclusion later. If you try to get your research to fit your thesis statement, then it may not work out as neatly as you think. As you learn more, you discover more (and the outcome may not be what you originally thought).

Additionally, your thesis statement shouldn't be too big or too grand. It'll be hard to cover everything in a thesis statement like, "The federal government should act now on climate change." The topic is just too large to actually say something new and meaningful. Instead, a more effective thesis statement might be, "Local governments can combat climate change by providing citizens with larger recycling bins and offering local classes about composting and conservation." This is easier to work with because it's a smaller idea, but you can also discuss the overall topic that you might be interested in, which is climate change.

So, now that we know what makes a good, solid thesis statement, you can start to write your own. If you find that you're getting stuck or you are the type of person who needs to look at examples before you start something, then check out our list of thesis statement examples below.

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A quick note that these thesis statements have not been fully researched. These are merely examples to show you what a thesis statement might look like and how you can implement your own ideas into one that you think of independently. As such, you should not use these thesis statements for your own research paper purposes. They are meant to be used as examples only.

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The Graduate School Statement of Purpose: An Overview

A statement of purpose (also called a letter of intent or a research statement) introduces your interests and experience to the admissions committee. For research-focused programs, like most PhDs and many master’s degrees, your statement of purpose will focus primarily on your past research experience and plans. For more professionally-focused graduate programs, your statement of purpose will primarily discuss how your pursuit of this professional program relates to your past experiences, and how you will use the skills from the program in your future career.

A statement of purpose for grad school is also where you sell the admissions committee on why you belong in their program specifically. Why do you fit there, and how does what they offer fit your interests?

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Clear Articulation of Goals and Interests

A strong statement of purpose will clearly and specifically lay out your goals in undertaking the program and what you hope to accomplish with the degree. Again, for a research-focused program, this will focus primarily on the research project(s) you want to undertake while you are there. For a more professional program, discuss what interests you within the professional field and what skills/knowledge you hope to gain through the program.

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You should be as specific as possible in discussing what interests you. Use examples of particular phenomena, tools, or situations that you find exciting. If you are vague or say that everything in the field interests you, you run the risk of seeming unfocused or not actually that passionate.

Don’t worry that being too specific will box you into a particular research area or subfield during your entire tenure in graduate school. Your program understands that interests change—they won’t be pulling out your research statement to cross-reference with your dissertation proposal!

Evidence of Past Experience and Success

A great graduate school statement of purpose will also show programs that you have already been successful. They want applicants that will be able to follow through on their research/professional plans!

To this end, you’ll need to provide evidence of how your background qualifies you to pursue this program and your specific interests in the field. You’ll probably discuss your undergraduate studies and any professional experience you have. But be sure to draw on specific, vivid examples.  You might draw on your thesis, major projects you’ve worked on, papers you have written/published, presentations you’ve given, mentors you’ve worked with, and so on. This gives admissions committees concrete evidence that you are qualified to undertake graduate study!

Interest and Fit With the Program

The third essential ingredient to a great statement of purpose is to clearly lay out why you and the program are a good fit. You should be able to identify both specific reasons why your work fits with the program and why the program suits your work/interests! Are there particular professors you’d like to work with? Does the department have a strong tradition in a certain methodology or theory you’re interested in? Is there a particular facet to the curriculum that you’d like to experience?

Showing that you and the program are a match shows that you chose the program thoughtfully and have genuine interest in it. Programs want to admit students who aren’t just passionate about the field. They want students who are genuinely enthused about their specific program and positioned to get the most out of what they have to offer.

Strong Writing

The final essential piece of a strong statement of purpose or letter of intent is strong writing. Writing skills are important for all graduate programs. You’ll need to demonstrate that you can clearly and effectively communicate your ideas in a way that flows logically. Additionally, you should show that you know how to write in a way that is descriptive but concise. A statement of purpose shouldn’t ever be longer than two pages, even without a hard word limit.

Admissions committees for humanities programs may be a little more focused on writing style than admissions officers for STEM programs. But even in quantitative and science-focused fields, written communication skills are an essential part of graduate school. So a strong statement of purpose will always be effectively written. You’ll see this in our statement of purpose for graduate school samples.

Real, Successful Statement of Purpose Samples

In this section, we’ll present four successful graduate school statement of purpose examples from our graduate school experts, along with a brief commentary on each statement. These statements come from a diverse selection of program types to show you how the core essentials of a statement of purpose can be implemented differently for different fields.

Note: identifying information for these statements have been changed—except for example four, which is my statement.

• Statement of Purpose Sample One: Japanese Studies MA

This statement of purpose is notable for its great use of space and its vivid descriptions. The author is able to cram a lot into about a page. She discusses how she came to her two primary research interests (and how they are connected). She integrates this discussion of her interests with information on her past experiences and qualifications for pursuing the course of study. Finally, she includes details on her goals in pursuing the program and components of the program that interest her. Her examples are specific and fleshed-out. There’s a lot very cleverly included in a small amount of page space!

Additionally, the language is very vivid. Phrases like “evocative and visceral” and “steadily unraveling,” are eye-catching and intriguing. They demonstrate that she has the writing skills necessary to pursue both graduate study and her interest in translation.

• Statement of Purpose Sample Two: Music MM

This sample is fairly long, although at 12 point Times New Roman it’s under two pages single-spaced. The length of this statement is partially due to the somewhat expansive nature of the prompt, which asks what role music has played in the applicant’s life “to date.” This invites applicants to speak more about experiences further in the past (in the childhood and teen years) than is typical for a statement of purpose. Given that this is for a master’s degree in music, this is logical; musical study is typically something that is undertaken at a fairly young age.

This statement does an excellent job describing the student’s past experiences with music in great detail. The descriptions of the student’s past compositions and experiences performing new music are particularly vivid and intriguing.

This statement also lays out and elaborates on specific goals the student hopes to pursue through the program, as well as features particular to the program that interest the student (like particular professors).

• Statement of Purpose Sample Three: Economics PhD

One of the first things you’ll likely notice about this statement is that it’s a little on the longer side. However, at 12 point Times New Roman font and single-spaced, it still comes in under 2 pages (excluding references). It makes sense for a PhD statement of purpose sample to be longer than a master’s degree statement of purpose—there’s more to lay out in terms of research interests!

The writing style is fairly straightforward—there’s definitely a stronger focus on delivering content than flashy writing style. As Economics is a more quantitative-focused field, this is fine. But the writing is still well-organized, clear, and error-free.

The writer also gives numerous examples of their past work and experience, and shows off their knowledge of the field through references, which is a nice touch.

• Statement of Purpose Sample Four: History of the Book MA

This is actually my statement of purpose. It was for a program that I got accepted to but did not end up attending, for a Master’s in the History of the Book. You’ll notice that the two essay prompts essentially asked us to split our statement of purpose into two parts: the first prompt asked about our research interests and goals, and the second prompt asked about our relevant experience and qualifications.

I’ll keep my comments on this graduate school statement of purpose sample brief because I’ll do a deep dive on it in the next section. But looking back at my statement of purpose, I do a good job outlining what within the field interests me and clearly laying out how my past experiences have qualified me for the program.

Obviously this statement did its job, since I was accepted to the program. However, if I were to improve this statement, I’d change the cliche beginning  (“since I was a child”) and provide more specificity in what about the program interested me.

Deep Dive Analysis of a Sample Statement of Purpose for Graduate School

Next, we’ll do a paragraph by paragraph analysis of my statement, statement of purpose sample four. I’ll analyze its strengths and suggest ways I could shore up any weaknesses to make it even stronger.

Essay 1: Academic Interests

To refresh, here’s the first prompt: Please give a short statement that describes your academic interests, purpose, objectives and motivation in undertaking this postgraduate study. (max 3500 chars – approx. 500 words)

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Paragraph 1

Since I was a child, my favorite thing has always been a book. Not just for the stories and information they contain, although that is a large part of it. Mostly, I have been fascinated by the concept of book as object—a tangible item whose purpose is to relate intangible ideas and images. Bookbindings and jackets, different editions, the marginalia in a used book—all of these things become part of the individual book and its significance, and are worth study and consideration. Books and their equivalent forms—perfect bound, scrolled, stone tablets, papyrus—have long been an essential part of material culture and are also one of our most significant sources of information about the human historical past. Through both the literal object of the book, the words contained thereon, and its relationship to other books—forms of context, text and intertext—we are able to learn and hopefully manage layers of information with which we would otherwise have no familiarity.

First, the good: this paragraph does a good job introducing my academic interest in the book-as-object, and shows off pre-existing knowledge both of the study of material culture and literary theory. Additionally, the language is engaging: the juxtaposition of “tangible” and “intangible” in the beginning and phrases like “perfect bound, scrolled, stone tablets, papyrus” lend life to the writing and keep the reader engaged.

If I were to go back and improve this paragraph, first, I would absolutely change the first sentence to something less cliche than talking about my childhood. I might try something like “My love of books is a multifaceted thing. I don’t only love them for the stories and….” Second, I would chill out on the em dashes a little bit. Three sets in one paragraph is a little excessive. Finally, I might actually cut this paragraph down slightly to make more room word-wise later in the statement to discuss what specific things about the program interest me.

Paragraph 2

Furthermore, blogs, webcomics, digital archives, e-readers, and even social media sites like tumblr and Facebook have revolutionized the concept of the book by changing how we share and transmit ideas and information, just as the Gutenberg printing press revolutionized the book all those years ago in the fifteenth century. Once again there has been an explosion both in who can send out information and who can receive it.

This paragraph briefly and effectively introduces my other main academic interest: how new technology has changed the concept of the book-as-object. The tie-back to the printing press is a nice touch; it’s a vivid example that shows that I’m aware of important historical moments in book history.

Paragraph 3

I am deeply interested in the preservation of the physical book, as I think it is an important part of human history (not to mention a satisfying sensory experience for the reader). However I am also very concerned with the digitization and organization of information for the modern world such that the book, in all of its forms, stays relevant and easy to access and use. Collections of books, archives, and information as stored in the world’s servers, libraries and museums are essential resources that need to be properly organized and administered to be fully taken advantage of by their audiences. My purpose in applying to the University of Edinburgh’s Material Culture and History of the Book is to gain the skills necessary to keep all forms of the book relevant and functional in an age when information can move more radically than ever before.

This paragraph actually has a focus problem. Since it covers two topics, I should split it into two paragraphs: one on the integration of my two interests, and one on my goals and interests in the program. I could also stand to expand on what features the program has that interest me: professors I’d like to work with, particular aspects of the curriculum, etc.

In spite of these things, however, this paragraph does a good job clearly integrating the two academic interests related to the book I introduced in the first two paragraphs. And the language is still strong —“satisfying sensory experience” is a great phrase. However, I’ve been using the word “information,” a lot; I might try to replace with appropriate synonyms (like “knowledge”) in a couple of places.

Paragraph 4

Additionally, I intend on pursuing a PhD in Library and Information Sciences upon completion of my master’s and I feel that this program while make me uniquely suited to approach library science from a highly academic and interdisciplinary perspective.

This final paragraph offers just quick touch on my future goals beyond the program. It’s typically fine for this to be relatively brief, as it is here, just so long as you can clearly identify some future goals.

Essay 2: Relevant Experience

The second prompt just asked me to describe my relevant knowledge, training, and skills.

As a folklore and mythology student, I have gained a robust understanding of material culture and how it relates to culture as a whole. I have also learned about the transmission of ideas, information, stories and pieces of lore among and between populations, which is an important component of book history. Folklore is also deeply concerned with questions of the literary vs. oral lore and the tendency for text to “canonize” folklore, and yet text can also question or invert canonized versions; along with this my studies in my focus field of religion and storytelling have been deeply concerned with intertextuality. One of my courses was specifically concerned with the Heian-period Japanese novel The Tale of Genji and questions of translation and representation in post-Heian picture scrolls and also modern translations and manga. In addition to broader cultural questions concerned with gender and spirituality both in historical Japan and now, we considered the relationships between different Genji texts and images.

This is a strong, focused paragraph. I relate my academic background in Folklore and Mythology to my interests in studying the book, as well as showing off some of my knowledge in the area. I also chose and elaborated on a strong example (my class on the Tale of Genji ) of my relevant coursework.

I also have work experience that lends itself to the study of the book. After my freshman year of college I interned at the Chicago History Museum. Though I was in the visitor services department I was exposed to the preservation and archival departments of the museum and worked closely with the education department, which sparked my interest in archival collections and how museums present collection information to the public. After my sophomore year of college and into my junior year, I worked at Harvard’s rare books library, Houghton. At Houghton I prepared curated collections for archival storage. These collections were mostly comprised of the personal papers of noteworthy individuals, categorized into alphabetical folders. This experience made me very process-oriented and helped me to understand how collections come together on a holistic basis.

This paragraph also has a clear focus: my past, relevant work experience. Discussing archival collections and presenting information to the public links the interests discussed in my first statement with my qualifications in my second statement. However, if I were to revise this paragraph, I would add some specific examples of the amazing things I worked on and handled at Houghton Library. In that job, I got to touch Oliver Cromwell’s death mask! An interesting example would make this paragraph really pop even more.

Finally, in my current capacity as an education mentor in Allston, a suburb of Boston, I have learned the value of book history and material culture from an educational perspective. As a mentor who designs curriculum for individual students and small groups, I have learned to highly value clearly organized and useful educational resources such as websites, iPad apps, and books as tools for learning. By managing and organizing collections in a way that makes sense we are making information accessible to those who need it.

This final paragraph discusses my current (at the time) work experience in education and how that ties into my interest in the history of the book. It’s an intriguing connection and also harkens back to my discussion of information availability in the paragraph three of the first statement. Again, if I were to amp up this statement even more, I might include a specific example of a book-based (or book technology-based) project I did with one of my students. I worked on things like bookbinding and making “illuminated manuscripts” with some of my students; those would be interesting examples here.

This statement is split into two parts by virtue of the two-prompt format. However, if I were to integrate all of this information into one unified statement of purpose, I would probably briefly introduce my research interests, go in-depth on my background, then circle back around to speak more about my personal interests and goals and what intrigues me about the program. There’s not really one correct way to structure a statement of purpose just so long as it flows well and paragraphs are structured in a logical way: one topic per paragraph, with a clear topic and concluding sentence.

More Statement of Purpose Examples

We’ve provided you with four great graduate school statement of purpose examples from our graduate school experts. However, if you’re looking for more, there are other sample letters of intent and statements of purpose for graduate school online. We’ve rounded up the best ones here, along with some strengths and weaknesses about each example.

Majortests Statement of Purpose Sample

This is a fairly straightforward, clearly written statement of purpose sample for a biology program. It includes useful commentary after each paragraph about what this statement of purpose is accomplishing.

• This statement of purpose sample is well-organized, with clear topic sentences and points made in each paragraph.
• The student clearly identifies what interests her about the program.
• The student proactively addresses questions about why she hasn’t gone directly to graduate school, and frames her professional research experience as a positive thing.
• She gives a tiny bit of color about her personality in a relevant way by discussing her involvement with the Natural History Society.
• In general, discussing high school interests is too far back in time unless the anecdote is very interesting or unusual. The detail about The Theory of Evolution is intriguing; the information about the high school teacher seems irrelevant. The student should have condensed this paragraph into a sentence or two.
• While this statement is cogently written and makes the candidate sound competent and well-qualified, it’s not exactly the most scintillating piece of writing out there. Some of the constructions are a little awkward or cliche. For example, the “many people have asked me” sentence followed by “the answer is” is a little bit clunky. This is probably fine for a STEM program. But just be aware that this statement is not a paragon of writing style.

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UC Berkeley History Statement of Purpose Sample

This is a graduate school statement of purpose example from the UC Berkeley History department’s PhD program, with annotations from a professor as to why it’s a successful statement.

• The author is able to very clearly and articulately lay out her research interests and link them to past work she has successfully completed, namely, her thesis.
• She is able to identify several things about the program and Berkeley that indicate why it is a good fit for her research interests.
• She addresses the time she spent away from school and frames it as a positive, emphasizing that her use of time was well-considered and productive.
• Her writing is very vivid, with excellent word choice and great imagery.

While very well-written and engaging, this sample statement of purpose for graduate school is a little bit on the long side! It’s a little over two single-spaced pages, which is definitely pushing the limits of acceptable length. Try to keep yours at 2 pages or less. Some of the information on the thesis (which comprises over half of the statement of purpose) could be condensed to bring it down to two pages.

Pharmacy Residency Letter of Intent Sample

This is not technically a sample letter of intent for graduate school because it’s actually for a pharmacy residency program. However, this example still provides illumination as to what makes a decent graduate school letter of intent sample.

• This is a serviceable letter of intent: the writer clearly lays out their own goals within the field of pharmacy, what qualifications they have and how they’ve arrived at their interests, and how the program fits their needs.
• The writing is clearly structured and well-organized.
• The main weakness is that some of the writer’s statements come across as fairly generic. For example, “The PGY-1 Residency Program at UO Hospitals will provide me with the opportunity to further develop my clinical knowledge, critical thinking, teaching, research, and leadership skills” is a generic statement that could apply to any residency program. A punchier, more program-specific conclusion would have amped up this letter.
• While the writer does a decent job providing examples of their activities, like working as a tutor and attending the APhA conference, more specificity and detail in these examples would make the statement more memorable.
• There’s a typo in the last paragraph —a “to” that doesn’t belong! This is an unprofessional blip in an otherwise solid letter. Read you own letter of intent aloud to avoid this!

NIU Bad Statement of Purpose Example

This is an ineffective graduate school statement of purpose example, with annotations on why it doesn’t work.

As you might imagine, the main strength in this document is as an example of what not to do. Otherwise, there is little to recommend it.

• The annotations quite clearly detail the weaknesses of this statement. So I won’t address them exhaustively except to point out that this statement of purpose fails at both content and style. The author includes irrelevant anecdotes and lists without offering a decisive picture of interests or any particular insight into the field. Additionally, the statement is riddled with grammatical mistakes, awkward sentence structures, and strange acronyms.
• You’ll note that the commentary advises you to “never start with a quote.” I agree that you should never start with a freestanding quote as in this example. However, I do think starting with a quote is acceptable in cases like the Berkeley history example above, where the quote is brief and then directly linked to the research interest.

Graduate School Statement of Purpose Examples: 4 Key Points

Graduate programs ask for statement of purpose to hear about your interests and goals and why you think you and the program would be a good fit.

There are four key elements to a successful statement of purpose:

• A clear articulation of your goals and interests
• Evidence of past experiences and success
• Interest and fit with the program
• Strong writing

We’ve provided you with four successful statement of purpose samples from our graduate school experts!

We also provided additional statement of purpose samples (and a sample letter of intent) for graduate school from other sources on the internet. Now you have all kinds of guidance!

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How to list a list of PhDs

How do I list a list of PhDs?

Usually names and abbreviations are separated by a comma. For example: John Doe, Ph.D.

So if I have a list of Ph.D. holders:

John Doe, Ph.D., Jane Doe, Ph.D., John Smith, Ph.D.

Or would it be:

John Doe Ph.D., Jane Doe Ph.D., John Smith Ph.D.

• punctuation
• abbreviations

This is what I would do: the comma to separate the person's name from the post-nominal title , the semicolon to clearly separate the list of names, and the Oxford comma to indicate who is the penultimate person in the list.

John Doe, Ph.D; Bill Doe, Ph.D; Jane Doe, Ph.D. , and John Smith, Ph.D.

Semicolons can also be used in place of commas to separate the items in a list, particularly when the elements of that list contain commas. (Wikipedia)

Doxical Style Guide

1.138 Punctuation Post-nominals are enclosed with commas, as in “Joanna Klim, FAusIMM CP(Min), is...”. Do not use periods or spaces in individual abbreviations of honours, degrees, and fellowships. Each category of post-nominal is separated with a comma. Individual qualifications within a category are separated with spaces. Do not enclose the name of the institute with parentheses—they are often used to show a discipline or other qualifiers, for example BE(Mech) and BSc(Hons).

• So would this apply if I had a non-PhD in the list, for example: Professor John Doe, Bill Doe, Ph.D; Jane Doe, Ph.D., and John Smith, Ph.D. Would you use a comma or a semicolon separation between Doe and Bill? I would assume comma but semicolon is more consistent –  John Smith Commented May 24, 2020 at 6:33
• For the sake of consistency, I would still use the semicolon to separate the names of people with honorifics (Professor) from those with post-nominal titles/qualifications. –  Mari-Lou A Commented May 24, 2020 at 6:38
• @KannE Note I said: This is what I would do but for interminably long lists I would probably omit the Oxford comma and simply replace it with a semicolon. –  Mari-Lou A Commented May 24, 2020 at 7:08
• 1 This would be my first choice too. However, you could also rephrase the sentence and do something like this: The following people with PhDs [doctorates]: John Doe, Bill Doe, etc. Especially if the list were even longer, that would help with the sheer repetition of the PhD text. –  Jason Bassford Commented May 24, 2020 at 12:26

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48 Congratulations Messages for PhD or Doctorate Degree Students

Have you ever witnessed the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and relentless pursuit of knowledge? 

Imagine the elation, the sense of accomplishment that comes with achieving the pinnacle of academic excellence. 

As we celebrate the remarkable journey of Ph.D. students, it’s imperative to convey our heartfelt congratulations in a way that truly honors their extraordinary achievement.

Here, we present some heartfelt messages that encapsulate the pride and admiration we feel for these exceptional individuals as they embark on the next chapter of their scholarly endeavors.

Congratulations Messages for Phd Admission

• “Congratulations on your admission to the PhD program ! Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off. This is a remarkable achievement and the beginning of an incredible journey in academia. I have no doubt that you will contribute valuable insights to your field!”
• “Well done on securing your spot in the PhD program! This is a testament to your brilliance and perseverance . I’m thrilled to see where this next chapter takes you. Your future is undoubtedly bright, and I’m excited for all the discoveries and contributions you will make.”
• “ Congratulations! You’ve been admitted to the PhD program, a milestone that speaks volumes about your academic excellence and passion for your field. This journey will be challenging but incredibly rewarding. Your dedication is inspiring!”
• “This is fantastic news! Being accepted into a PhD program is no small feat, and it clearly demonstrates your commitment and capability. Embrace this new adventure with the knowledge that you are fully equipped to excel. Congratulations!”
• “Congratulations on your PhD admission! Your journey has been nothing short of inspiring , and this achievement is a significant milestone. The dedication and resilience you have shown are commendable. I look forward to seeing the impact of your research.”
• “I’m so proud of you for getting into the PhD program! This achievement is a clear reflection of your hard work, determination , and intelligence. The road ahead is full of possibilities and I’m excited to see the contributions you will make to your field .”
• “Your admission to the PhD program is well-deserved. Congratulations on this incredible accomplishment ! Your passion and dedication have led you to this moment, and I have every confidence in your success moving forward.”
• “ Heartfelt congratulations on your PhD admission! You’ve crossed a major threshold in your academic career, and I’m thrilled to witness the excellence you’ll bring to your research and the academic community.”

• “Congratulations on your admission! It’s a privilege to see someone so dedicated and talented achieve this significant milestone . Your PhD journey will be demanding, but I know you will rise to the challenge and excel .”
• “Well done on earning your place in the PhD program! Your perseverance and academic prowess have truly paid off. This journey will be one of growth and discovery, and I’m excited for the contributions you will make to the world of academia.”
• “Congratulations on your PhD admission! This is a testament to your exceptional skills and dedication. I’m confident that you will bring fresh perspectives and innovations to your field. Your future is incredibly promising!”
• “Achieving admission to a PhD program is a significant accomplishment , and I’m so proud of you for reaching this milestone. Your dedication to your studies and research is admirable , and I’m excited to see where this journey takes you. Congratulations!”
• “Congratulations on your PhD admission! Your drive and intellect have opened the door to an amazing opportunity. This journey will challenge and inspire you, and I can’t wait to see the innovations you’ll bring to your field.”
• “ Bravo for securing your place in the PhD program! This achievement is a testament to your exceptional talent and hard work. The journey ahead is full of promise, and I’m confident you’ll make a lasting impact .”
• “Your admission to the PhD program is incredibly well-deserved . Congratulations on reaching this milestone! Your commitment to your research is inspiring, and I have no doubt you will excel in this new chapter.”
• “This is a momentous occasion ! Congratulations on your acceptance into the PhD program. Your dedication and perseverance have paid off, and I’m excited to see you thrive in this challenging and rewarding environment.”

• “ Heartiest congratulations on your PhD admission! You’ve proven yourself to be a formidable scholar , and this is just the beginning. The academic community awaits your contributions with great anticipation.”
• “Well done on your PhD admission! Your hard work and dedication have clearly shone through. This is a golden opportunity to further your research and make meaningful contributions to your field. Congratulations!”
• “Congratulations on this spectacular achievement ! Being admitted into a PhD program is a clear indicator of your academic excellence and potential for groundbreaking research. I’m thrilled about your future discoveries.”
• “Your PhD admission is a testament to your brilliant mind and unwavering dedication . This milestone is just the beginning of a journey filled with discoveries and success. Congratulations on this well-deserved accomplishment!”
• “ Incredible job on earning your place in the PhD program! Your ability to tackle complex problems and push the boundaries of knowledge is truly inspiring. I’m looking forward to seeing your impact on your field.”
• “Congratulations on your PhD admission! This step is a huge leap towards fulfilling your academic and research ambitions. Your passion and perseverance have led you to this point, and they will guide you to even greater achievements.”
• “ Congratulations on your well-deserved PhD admission! Your journey so far has been a testament to your hard work and dedication . The academic world is ready for your contributions, and I’m excited to see where this path takes you.”
• “Securing your admission into the PhD program is a major milestone —congratulations! Your commitment to excellence is evident, and this opportunity will enable you to explore and transform your field in unimaginable ways.”

Congratulations Messages for Phd Graduation

• “Congratulations on your PhD graduation ! This is a testament to your incredible perseverance and dedication. You’ve not only advanced your own knowledge but are set to contribute significantly to your field. Well done !”
• “ Heartfelt congratulations on achieving this monumental milestone! Your PhD is not just a degree, but a symbol of your relentless dedication and passion for research. The world awaits your innovations and discoveries.”
• “Congratulations on your outstanding achievement ! Completing your PhD is a remarkable feat that speaks volumes about your intelligence, determination , and hard work. Your future endeavors are bound to be exceptional .”
• “Well done on reaching the pinnacle of academic excellence —your PhD graduation! This milestone is a launchpad for your career, and I have no doubt you will make waves in your field. Congratulations on this incredible success !”
• “ Bravo on your PhD graduation! You’ve climbed the highest academic mountain, and your view must be spectacular. Your journey has been inspiring , and your future is as bright as your brilliant mind . Here’s to many more achievements!”
• “Congratulations on your PhD graduation! This is a major accomplishment that showcases your expertise and commitment to your field. The dedication you’ve shown is truly commendable. Your journey is just beginning .”
• “Achieving your PhD is a monumental success that few attain. Congratulations on this significant milestone! Your hard work and sacrifices have culminated in this proud moment. The impact of your research will be far-reaching .”
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