The research segment of the programs consists of 31 credit hours, including proposal and dissertation credits. It also includes applied statistics, evaluation strategies and two research design courses. A second research tool is required of all doctoral students, and most select computer proficiency, although foreign language competence or theoretical statistics also are options. Two years higher education experience. The club relies on student leadership and has great latitude in selecting its activities.
Students also contribute to the publication of division and alumni newsletters.
Most full-time CSPA students are supported on Graduate Assistanships, the largest number of which are adminstered through the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. This listing includes all GA ships on the campus, and availability of positions is contingent upon openings each year. Eventually, all GA ship openings will be updated monthly on the Dean of Student Affairs web page.