Hi-
I am not a student, but I joined to learn from you. I'm trying to learn more about what students want from their PhD training in public health disciplines. I hope it is ok to be here. We offer a PhD program that is a bit eclectic in that students achieve core competencies in biostatistics, epidemiology, and health serivces research. I know that this might not appeal to some, but my guess is that for others it may be a real draw to be able to have student-centric training. My worry is that potential trainees may not get what a PhD in "Clinical and Population Health Research" is. We only had a few applicants - despite having providing a generous stipend, health insurance, and tuition waivers. I'm extending our application period through June 15 - but am wondering if students are willing to share any insights on how important the name is. It also sounds like everyone goes through the SOPHAS portal - does this mean students disregard the programs not eligible for the common portal because they are not a school of public health?
Any advice would be appreciated on how to get on the radar screen for students looking for this type of training.
Thanks in advance for any insights you may have.
I am not a student, but I joined to learn from you. I'm trying to learn more about what students want from their PhD training in public health disciplines. I hope it is ok to be here. We offer a PhD program that is a bit eclectic in that students achieve core competencies in biostatistics, epidemiology, and health serivces research. I know that this might not appeal to some, but my guess is that for others it may be a real draw to be able to have student-centric training. My worry is that potential trainees may not get what a PhD in "Clinical and Population Health Research" is. We only had a few applicants - despite having providing a generous stipend, health insurance, and tuition waivers. I'm extending our application period through June 15 - but am wondering if students are willing to share any insights on how important the name is. It also sounds like everyone goes through the SOPHAS portal - does this mean students disregard the programs not eligible for the common portal because they are not a school of public health?
Any advice would be appreciated on how to get on the radar screen for students looking for this type of training.
Thanks in advance for any insights you may have.
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