register for a dissertation course each term (i.e., PSYD 856, 857, 859). Each course has specific tasks that must be completed before the student may move to the next course. Students who do not complete the required tasks may register for ONE term of extension per course (e.g., PSYD 856X, 857X, 859X). Thus, students may register for a maximum of six semesters of dissertation and must complete the dissertation by the end of the final term of registration. A Leave of Absence from this requirement may be granted only in cases of medical or personal emergency. If students have any questions regarding these policies, they should contact the Program Director.
The dissertation consists of three main phases: 1. Development of the research proposal 2. Development of the final draft 3. Publishing (to the NLU Commons) and Dissemination
For a detailed breakdown of these phases, see Appendix A: Dissertation Timeline and Checklist.
Important: Students should anticipate that it will take approximately 12-18 months to complete the dissertation. Faculty are unavailable during July and August to work on dissertations. Students are encouraged to consult with their chairs when planning for summer.
Dissertation Courses
ISPP prepares students to complete their dissertations in a step-by-step fashion. After completing the Dissertation Proposal Development Seminar, students have three terms of dissertation registration to complete the final draft; each term may have one extension, as needed. By the end of the dissertation course sequence, students must have a final draft of their dissertation completed, approved by the committee members, defended, and published to NLU Commons. Students are required to demonstrate clear and consistent progress on their dissertation throughout their enrollment in the dissertation sequence. Students are encouraged to work closely with their faculty chair to develop a plan and timetable for completion of their dissertation . Faculty may refer students for professional writing instruction if writing difficulties impede their progress in completion of the dissertation . Registration and Grading Registration for the dissertation courses is like registration for any other course. Each term, students will be graded CR/NC (Credit/No Credit) or X (Progressing) by their chair based on the work the student has completed that term, and whether the student has completed the required tasks for the specific dissertation course. • A Credit (CR) grade is earned if the student has met all course requirements and demonstrated competency in the dissertation tasks. The student then progresses to the next dissertation course.
• A No Credit (NC) grade is earned if the student has failed to make any progress on the
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