$15000 Doctorate NA

[bjcheung77]

@Dr. KSoul, Awesome, congrats on getting the DHA complete and securing that 4.0 GPA!

[KSoul]

@Dr. KSoul, Awesome, congrats on getting the DHA complete and securing that 4.0 GPA!

Thank you! Appreciate the support and for inspiring the pack. I hope that my journey will do the same for others.

[cc95]

@Dr. KSoul, Awesome, congrats on getting the DHA complete and securing that 4.0 GPA!

Thank you! Appreciate the support and for inspiring the pack. I hope that my journey will do the same for others.

I'm pretty sure you do receive Latin honors on your DHA diploma. My wife graduated from there with a Summa Cum Laude

[michaeladsmith2]

I completed the final three assignments for the DHA program. The guidance provided was rich in requirements and structured clearly, effectively keeping the car on the road down the final stretch.

Research Practicum / Professor Hampton:
In the context of the Research Practicum, there was some feedback in the forum, primarily negative, about Dr. Hampton. However, I found her exceptionally intelligent and deeply committed to fostering students' understanding of research. She manages her research firm and is also heavily involved in government work. Despite being a relatively young professional, her accomplishments served as an inspiration. It's worth noting that while she might not resonate with everyone, she has had a significant impact on my academic journey. Rumor has it that this course resulted in lower grades for some individuals, but I am optimistic that everyone will complete the course. There is a tremendous amount of research papers to read, the Zoom sessions are intense, and you must have concision and be clear on the point when speaking, or it can become uncomfortable. Dr. Hampton has a top-tier BS radar; once she clocks it, she will expose you. The breadth of knowledge gained in this course has been exceptional, and the only upgrade would have been to have this class in the front with a Part 2 in the back end to continue the research. How and why they stuffed all that was required into 8-weeks is crazy. If this course were early, perhaps several students would have dropped out due to the rigor. The final grades will be released around the 16th-20th.

Teaching Practicum / Dr. Edwards:
The Teaching Practicum presented an interesting dynamic. Substantial weight was placed on discussion posts, which initially led to humbling scores for several students and early frustrations. They ended up being more like weekly one—or two-page essays than discussion posts, which was fine once you caught a groove. Two large assignments, in the end, make up 50% of your grade, and the most challenging part of them is the strict page count requirement as it requires you to show significant discipline, which was fun at first, and then countless revisions made it less fun, but it all comes together. For those interested in enrolling at VUL, save all of your reading requirements from the program as they will come in handy for this course; without them, it can cause you unnecessary stress.

Overall, I feel confident in achieving my GPA goal based on the quality of the work submitted for these final assignments. I eagerly look forward to the upcoming release of the grades for further validation.

Congratulations, Cohort! Looking forward to seeing you at Graduation on May 4th. Thanks for sharing your insights. I'm thrilled to have someone else articulate their experience with the VUL DHA, proving it's more than just a "clown" degree. It's a rigorous, intensive, and validated program. It wasn't easy by any means, but the challenge was worth it. Excited to celebrate with you in Lynchburg!

[newdegree]

I completed the final three assignments for the DHA program. The guidance provided was rich in requirements and structured clearly, effectively keeping the car on the road down the final stretch.

Research Practicum / Professor Hampton:
In the context of the Research Practicum, there was some feedback in the forum, primarily negative, about Dr. Hampton. However, I found her exceptionally intelligent and deeply committed to fostering students' understanding of research. She manages her research firm and is also heavily involved in government work. Despite being a relatively young professional, her accomplishments served as an inspiration. It's worth noting that while she might not resonate with everyone, she has had a significant impact on my academic journey. Rumor has it that this course resulted in lower grades for some individuals, but I am optimistic that everyone will complete the course. There is a tremendous amount of research papers to read, the Zoom sessions are intense, and you must have concision and be clear on the point when speaking, or it can become uncomfortable. Dr. Hampton has a top-tier BS radar; once she clocks it, she will expose you. The breadth of knowledge gained in this course has been exceptional, and the only upgrade would have been to have this class in the front with a Part 2 in the back end to continue the research. How and why they stuffed all that was required into 8-weeks is crazy. If this course were early, perhaps several students would have dropped out due to the rigor. The final grades will be released around the 16th-20th.

Teaching Practicum / Dr. Edwards:
The Teaching Practicum presented an interesting dynamic. Substantial weight was placed on discussion posts, which initially led to humbling scores for several students and early frustrations. They ended up being more like weekly one—or two-page essays than discussion posts, which was fine once you caught a groove. Two large assignments, in the end, make up 50% of your grade, and the most challenging part of them is the strict page count requirement as it requires you to show significant discipline, which was fun at first, and then countless revisions made it less fun, but it all comes together. For those interested in enrolling at VUL, save all of your reading requirements from the program as they will come in handy for this course; without them, it can cause you unnecessary stress.

Overall, I feel confident in achieving my GPA goal based on the quality of the work submitted for these final assignments. I eagerly look forward to the upcoming release of the grades for further validation.

Congratulations, Cohort! Looking forward to seeing you at Graduation on May 4th. Thanks for sharing your insights. I'm thrilled to have someone else articulate their experience with the VUL DHA, proving it's more than just a "clown" degree. It's a rigorous, intensive, and validated program. It wasn't easy by any means, but the challenge was worth it. Excited to celebrate with you in Lynchburg!

You might want to start reading the other forum on accreditation warning / probation for VUL. I suggest you get an RA degree to add value to your resume as most of your degrees are NA / ENEB. https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-...ing?page=7

[eLearner]

You might want to start reading the other forum on accreditation warning / probation for VUL. I suggest you get an RA degree to add value to your resume as most of your degrees are NA / ENEB. https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-...ing?page=7

That was uncalled for. He has an "RA" Master's degree from Regent University, and the ENEB degrees have been evaluated as equivalent to RA. The only "NA" degree he has is from VUL, the DHA, the same one you have.

[newdegree]

You might want to start reading the other forum on accreditation warning / probation for VUL. I suggest you get an RA degree to add value to your resume as most of your degrees are NA / ENEB. https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-...ing?page=7

That was uncalled for. He has an "RA" Master's degree from Regent University, and the ENEB degrees have been evaluated as equivalent to RA. The only "NA" degree he has is from VUL, the DHA, the same one you have.

I think you need to look again.... 

In Progress

Master of Arts in Church Leadership, Regent University - School of Divinity

ENEB is equal to a bachelor's degree in the US by one evaluation agency which again is hard to even see when they will accept anyone for a $300 groupon.  Also, note his bachelor's at an RA school TESU is also in progress. Explain how one can go from an ENEB masters" program with no bachelors. We can go back and forth on this I earned degrees from brick-and-mortar universities, online degrees, and even the DHA at VUL, and now I'm completing a doctoral degree at an RA university with a second one I just got accepted to. I am just giving a good word of advice since VUL is suffering accreditation probation and potentially losing it's credentials. 

[cc95]

You might want to start reading the other forum on accreditation warning / probation for VUL. I suggest you get an RA degree to add value to your resume as most of your degrees are NA / ENEB. https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-...ing?page=7

That was uncalled for. He has an "RA" Master's degree from Regent University, and the ENEB degrees have been evaluated as equivalent to RA. The only "NA" degree he has is from VUL, the DHA, the same one you have.

I think you need to look again.... 

In Progress

Master of Arts in Church Leadership, Regent University - School of Divinity

ENEB is equal to a bachelor's degree in the US by one evaluation agency which again is hard to even see when they will accept anyone for a $300 groupon.  Also, note his bachelor's at an RA school TESU is also in progress. Explain how one can go from an ENEB masters" program with no bachelors. We can go back and forth on this I earned degrees from brick-and-mortar universities, online degrees, and even the DHA at VUL, and now I'm completing a doctoral degree at an RA university with a second one I just got accepted to. I am just giving a good word of advice since VUL is suffering accreditation probation and potentially losing it's credentials. 

VULs accreditation problems would not nullify already earned degrees, so if you have already graduated, I wouldnt worry about it. If you're in progress, it should give you pause

[eLearner]

@newdegree

I think you need to look again.... 

In Progress

Master of Arts in Church Leadership, Regent University - School of Divinity

(((Shrugs))), it doesn't make what you said in your post any less out of line.

ENEB is equal to a bachelor's degree in the US by one evaluation agency

All a person needs is one. Besides that, other evaluation agencies find its degrees good as RA Graduate level diplomas, certificates, and credits. For the price, it's just hard to see a negative in a person taking advantage of it which they can in multiple ways if they've done a little research.

which again is hard to even see when they will accept anyone for a $300 groupon

What they accept or don't accept is none of my concern, but they're not the first nor the only school to accept Groupon/Groupon-like programs, and won't be the last. RA schools in the United States have done that in the past. Schools in other countries, particularly in Spain, do this sort of thing regularly. The way our culture views it is very different than how Spaniards and other countries view it.

Explain how one can go from an ENEB masters" program with no bachelors.

Explain how you're unaware that this is normal in other countries outside the United States? Look into it, you'll be surprised.

We can go back and forth on this I earned degrees from brick-and-mortar universities, online degrees, and even the DHA at VUL, and now I'm completing a doctoral degree at an RA university with a second one I just got accepted to. I am just giving a good word of advice since VUL is suffering accreditation probation and potentially losing it's credentials. 

Whatever you believed you were doing, the optics aren't good. If it has to be explained to you why your post was unnecessarily rude, then between the two of you he's not the one who needs the help here.

[newdegree]

@newdegree

I think you need to look again.... 

In Progress

Master of Arts in Church Leadership, Regent University - School of Divinity

(((Shrugs))), it doesn't make what you said in your post any less out of line.

ENEB is equal to a bachelor's degree in the US by one evaluation agency

All a person needs is one. Besides that, other evaluation agencies find its degrees good as RA Graduate level diplomas, certificates, and credits. For the price, it's just hard to see a negative in a person taking advantage of it which they can in multiple ways if they've done a little research.

which again is hard to even see when they will accept anyone for a $300 groupon

What they accept or don't accept is none of my concern, but they're not the first nor the only school to accept Groupon/Groupon-like programs, and won't be the last. RA schools in the United States have done that in the past. Schools in other countries, particularly in Spain, do this sort of thing regularly. The way our culture views it is very different than how Spaniards and other countries view it.

Explain how one can go from an ENEB masters" program with no bachelors.

Explain how you're unaware that this is normal in other countries outside the United States? Look into it, you'll be surprised.

We can go back and forth on this I earned degrees from brick-and-mortar universities, online degrees, and even the DHA at VUL, and now I'm completing a doctoral degree at an RA university with a second one I just got accepted to. I am just giving a good word of advice since VUL is suffering accreditation probation and potentially losing it's credentials. 

Whatever you believed you were doing, the optics aren't good. If it has to be explained to you why your post was unnecessarily rude, then between the two of you he's not the one who needs the help here.

First off I made a suggestion based on the accreditation issues suggesting that they look into other options. Second, take my advice as "rude" if you shall take it I couldn't care less. I sleep at night this is a discussion forum. I know my degrees are good at the end of the day and I find it no shock about ENEB its just uncommon to get a BS "certificate" which Spain considers a masters from Groupon for $300 without a bachelor's and have it even evaluated close to a United State bachelors degree. I guess the old saying goes if it barks it's a dog. It is best that you stay in your lane. We have both been around for many years. I don't have to provide any response to any forum post.