The Ph.D. in mathematics at Louisiana State University requires degree candidates to produce a written dissertation and display a mastery of a broad mathematics area, such as algebra, differential equations or topology. During the second year of the program, students take a comprehensive examination and they must also pass a general exam at the end of the third year as part of the graduation requirements. Admission to the doctoral program in math at LSU is based on a review of undergraduate grades, standardized test scores, and recommendations from math professors. The average grade point of accepted students is 3.52. Stipends are available and, in 2010, averaged $24,403 per year.
Louisiana State University
Department of Mathematics
303 Lockett Hall
Baton Rouge, LA 70803-4918
225-578-1665
math.lsu.edu
The doctor of nursing practice degree at Loyola University New Orleans is an online program designed to be completed in six semesters. Program curriculum covers topics including epidemiology, program planning and health policy and economics. In addition to the online coursework, students complete 480 hours of clinical experience in their home state. A paper suitable for publication must also be submitted during the final semester. In order to graduate, students must maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA. Applicants need a bachelor's and master's in nursing and a minimum of one year of work experience. They must also submit three recommendations, an essay and a copy of a valid nursing license.
Loyola University New Orleans
School of Nursing
6363 St. Charles Ave.
Campus Box 45
New Orleans, LA 70118
504-865-3142
css.loyno.edu
The political science doctoral program at the University of New Orleans prepares students to work in public service, government and teaching. Applicants submit undergraduate transcripts and standardized test scores along with three recommendations. Financial assistance is available in the form of graduate assistantships that offer a stipend and tuition award. Students in the doctoral program in political science select from concentrations including international relations, U.S. politics and comparative politics. They must pass qualifying and general examinations as well as present and defend a dissertation before a committee of faculty members.
University of New Orleans
2000 Lakeshore Drive
New Orleans, LA 70148
504-280-6000
poli.uno.edu
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette's doctoral program in English offers concentrations in areas including literature, linguistics and creative writing. Degree candidates take comprehensive exams and must be able to read fluently in one foreign language or proficiently in two languages. Coursework in the student's selected concentration serves as preparation for postgraduate teaching and research. Applicants to the doctoral program in English typically have a master's degree in English and submit undergraduate and graduate transcripts, three recommendations, a writing sample, a personal statement and standardized test scores. Graduate assistantships and fellowships are available to qualified applicants.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Department of English
104 University Circle
Lafayette, LA 70504
337-482-6908
english.louisiana.edu