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June 16, 2025
MPA vs. MPH: Which Degree Should You Choose?
MPA vs. MPH: Which Degree Should You Choose? Passionate about serving the public, but not sure which degree path to take? Both a Master of Public Administration (MPA) and a Master of Public Health (MPH) are excellent ways to make a meaningful difference in your community or society at large. Starting your journey begins with ...
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June 6, 2025
What Do Special Education Teachers Do?
What Do Special Education Teachers Do? Did you know that approximately 1 in 6 children in the United States has a developmental disability? For millions of students, special education teachers serve as educators, advocates, and champions for inclusion. These dedicated professionals provide the support necessary for students with disabilities to meet academic, social, emotional, and ...
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May 30, 2025
59 AI Job Statistics: Future of U.S. Jobs
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the U.S. job market, sparking widespread conversations and concerns about AI and job loss, AI taking jobs, and how many jobs AI will replace. This statistical roundup compiles the latest data and trends on AI replacing jobs, job loss statistics, and the broader impact of artificial intelligence on employment. ...
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May 23, 2025
What Is a DHA Degree?
Understanding the Doctor of Healthcare Administration If you’re considering a doctoral program in healthcare, you may not have explored the Doctor of Health Administration, or DHA. As a terminal degree, the DHA is designed for healthcare professionals aiming for executive leadership roles, such as CEO or CFO of a hospital. Unlike research-based PhD programs, a ...
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May 17, 2025
Dissertation vs. Thesis: Key Differences Explained
Academically reviewed by Andy Riggle, AVP, Office of Graduate Studies While researching graduate degrees, you may have come across articles mentioning a thesis or a dissertation. They might sound like two sides of the same coin, but they’re not quite identical. A dissertation is an extensive piece of original research completed as part of a doctoral ...
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May 10, 2025
Dissertation Defense Guide: How to Present Your Research
Academically reviewed by Andy Riggle, AVP, Office of Graduate Studies Congratulations on reaching the final stage of your doctoral journey, the dissertation defense. In 2023, U.S. universities awarded a total of 57,862 doctoral degrees. Are you ready to become part of that elite number? This milestone is the culmination of your years of research, critical thinking, ...
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April 26, 2025
Careers in Health Informatics: Where Healthcare Meets Technology
Health informatics is a rapidly growing field that sits at the intersection of healthcare, information technology, and data management. As the healthcare industry increasingly integrates technology-powered solutions like electronic health records (EHRs), telemedicine, and data-driven healthcare tools into everyday practice, the demand for skilled professionals in health informatics continues to boom. Health informatics experts play ...
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April 19, 2025
What Is a Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies?
Interdisciplinary studies at National University is an innovative academic pathway that merges insights from multiple disciplines to tackle complex, real-world challenges. With two distinct programs, the Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies and the Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies with ITL Credential, students have the flexibility to tailor their education based on their career ...
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April 12, 2025
Information Security vs. Cybersecurity: What's the Difference?
Protecting information and digital assets in today’s technology-driven world is crucial for individuals and businesses. Everyone should take precautions against cyberattacks, including malware, phishing, and hacking. These attacks can lead to consequences ranging from minor inconveniences to severe outcomes like data loss and financial harm. The Internet Crime Complaint Center has reported that, in 2023 ...
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April 9, 2025
11 Types of Business Degrees and Career Pathways
The Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts the creation of 6.7 million new jobs in the U.S. by 2033. However, while job opportunities are growing, so is the competition to seize them. According to Forbes, “Job requisitions grew by a modest 7%” in 2024, but “applications skyrocketed by 31%, intensifying competition among job seekers.” In such ...
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April 2, 2025
What Is Integrated Marketing Communications?
For most of the twentieth century, brands could reach customers only in a few basic ways: in person, over the phone, through the mail, or commercials. Today, however, technology enables businesses to communicate with customers through countless additional channels, such as email, social media, text messages, blogging, mobile apps, and online advertisements. Businesses need clear, ...
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March 26, 2025
What is a DNP Degree?
What is a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree? A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree is an advanced degree that prepares nurses for leadership roles in clinical practice, healthcare systems, and policymaking. Nursing is a vital part of healthcare, and advanced practice degrees like the DNP are designed to expand a nurse’s expertise beyond bedside ...
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March 19, 2025
What is a Dissertation? A Helpful Guide
Academically reviewed by Andy Riggle, AVP, Office of Graduate Studies The years of blood, sweat, and tears you’ve poured into your doctoral program are coming to a close as you move on to the capstone requirement, your dissertation. Creating rigorous original research while contributing new knowledge to your field comprises the essential outcome of your ...
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March 13, 2025
How to Become a Penetration Tester
The cybersecurity industry continues to expand rapidly, creating diverse and rewarding career opportunities for technical professionals. Penetration testing has emerged as one of the most in-demand and well-compensated specializations within this growing field. As organizations invest more in their security posture, penetration testers and professionals who simulate cyberattacks to identify system vulnerabilities find themselves with ...
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March 6, 2025
How to Become a Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing is an exciting field with countless areas of medicine to explore, from cardiology and nutrition to pediatrics and neurology. There are dozens of different nursing careers, such as registered nurse (RN), critical care nurse (CCN), and licensed vocational nurse (LVN), but among all the types of nurses that you could train to become, one ...
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February 27, 2025
What is the Best Degree for Mental Health Professionals?
Pursuing a career in the diverse field of mental health offers both profound challenges and deeply rewarding experiences. While the educational and certification requirements are extensive, mental health practitioners provide critical services to those in need and value the direct impact they can make on people’s lives. If you are considering this career trajectory, you ...
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February 24, 2025
Criminal Psychology vs. Forensic Psychology: What's the Difference?
Forensic psychology and criminal psychology are often portrayed interchangeably in TV shows and films — but in reality, they’re distinct fields that require different skills, lead down various career paths, and have other applications within the legal system. The role of a criminal psychologist is to analyze patterns in criminal behavior, identify the social or ...
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February 20, 2025
Demand for University Credit Transfer on the Rise
A new study by National University reveals that interest in credit transfer has been on an upward trajectory since 2021. This variation not only reflects changing student behaviors but also signals a broader shift in how students approach their educational journeys. Key Takeaways Seasonal Patterns Over the study period, average yearly search interest demonstrated a ...
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