University of Toledo Reviews of Doctorates in Health Sciences

"Great faculty support in this institution. The area is not the safest, but the campus is secure."

"UTCOM is a great program -- everyone here is trying to make sure that all of the students do their best. The faculty don't just have office hours; they usually give out their cell phone numbers in case you have a question. You won't find the stressful competitive environment usually associated with med school here. All students want their classmates to succeed and perform their best. Wonderful!"

"My program is an excellent program, providing a high-quality education that focuses on the most recent and evidence-based technologies and interventions in treating a variety of individuals of all ages. I feel that I will be very prepared to enter the workforce in healthcare. However, the financial burden of living off-campus and dealing with the costs of graduate tuition can be difficult, as financial aid is not sufficient and program scholarships are few. Also, the university is housed within a metropolitan area and safety can be a concern. However, campus police and officials do a wonderful job of keeping students informed of events and potential dangers with cell phone and e-mail alerts."

"Am currently in the Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) program. Avoid this program until it is overhauled. The teaching methods, for the most part, serve the professors and not the students. You will learn a lot of theory and not much skill related information. Additionally, you will be swamped with busy-work and then made to feel guilty for not knowing the important skills and aspects of nursing. Things you could have been taught and learning when instead you were writing ridiculous papers on esoteric communication issues. My grades are good, but I'm not really learning what it will take to be a nurse. I fear what I will experience when I finally gain employment as a nurse. I am trapped by this program, I have no other possibilities at this time so must see it through. If you can, avoid it."

"There is a lot of support for graduate students and many ways to get involved. It is easy to feel disconnected from the college atmosphere."