Post-graduate degrees available at Shenandoah University are designed to give established nursing professionals the opportunity to expand their education and, in turn, advance of enhance their own careers through higher education. Offering flexibility and convenience, Shenandoah University helps established nursing professionals obtain a graduate degree without sacrificing their current schedule to earn a doctorate degree. Interaction between student, instructor and peers is emphasized to leverage students’ experiences and enhance the overall learning experience. Courses follow the cohort model of teaching with scheduled meeting times and opportunity for independent coursework completion. A full suite of student support services and resources is available to online students including admission, financial aid and enrollment, academic advising and counseling, access to bookstore and library, and guidance from the career services office including help with curriculum path through interview and career coaching.