Cost and Assistantships
SMWC offers a competitive credit hour price and a transparent fee structure. Students take 18 credit hours a year, with a 6 credit hour dissertation the final year.
Everything is included, no hidden costs and fees. Your tuition covers all the necessary costs for textbooks and technology used over the course of the program. Also included is a $2,500 USD per student professional development fund that can be applied for to increase student access to opportunities such as faculty-led student abroad trips, conferences or research support.
| Tuition Includes books, technology and professional development fund. | $875 USD/credit hour |
| Library Periodical Fee | $150, per semester |
| Dissertation Fee | $300 USD |
| Extension Fee | $35, per credit hour |
| Graduation Fee | $150, final semester |
Grow Your Salary
Earning a Ph.D. can provide you with opportunities for higher paying positions and advanced roles in leadership. According to data from PayScale, a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Organizational Leadership Degree pays an average salary of $122,829 USD in the United States.
“Fields where holding a doctorate could provide a generous salary increase over those with only a master’s degree include engineering, physical sciences, social sciences and biological sciences. In these cases, the potential salary earnings for those with a Ph.D. can be $30,000 [USD] higher per year than those with just a master’s degree. This is largely due to the level of knowledge that is required to take on high-paying roles in these fields”
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Pomeroy Graduate Assistants
Ph.D. in Global Leadership program welcomes applications for Pomeroy Graduate Assistant positions. The number of Pomeroy Graduate Assistants in the Ph.D. program will depend upon department need and availability. The Pomeroy Graduate Assistants typically complete a variety of tasks related to research, daily operations associated with the Ph.D. in Global Leadership program, and more.
The application process is competitive for the positions that are available. Each Pomeroy Graduate Assistant will receive tuition benefits.
Pomeroy Graduate Assistants must be enrolled as full-time doctoral students for the duration of the position. Pomeroy Graduate Assistant positions are 10-month academic year positions with the months of December and July off. Those selected are eligible to re-apply each year; however, the position continues to be competitive. The hours worked and position benefits can vary up to 15-20 hours per week depending upon the Ph.D. in Global Leadership program director selection and needs. Domestic and international students are eligible to apply.