Dean's Message

 

Lewis Leitner, Ph.D. Dean of the School of Graduate  and Continuing Studies

We welcome your interest in the graduate degree programs that Stockton College currently offers. Each of our graduate programs was carefully chosen to meet the needs of career enhancement and professionalism. Our programs are relevant to the economic development that is occurring in our region as well as the widespread need for individuals to upgrade their knowledge and skills to meet the pressing demands of the 21st century. The majority of our graduate programs are fully accredited or in the process of becoming fully accredited by appropriate professional associations. Furthermore, you will be taught by PhD level faculty or professors who are highly regarded for their years of experience in their profession. Our goal is to bring you opportunities to enhance your educational credentials, skills, knowledge and career potential.

The 21st century is the age of the “knowledge worker" and advanced education is central to career building and advancement. The future depends on developing highly-trained professionals who have the knowledge and skills required to solve the complex challenges facing our country, its organizations and a host of global issues.

The Commission on the Future of Graduate Education in the United States estimates that approximately 2.5 million additional jobs will require a master’s or doctoral degree in the next eight years.

Stockton College has seen a steady enrollment increase in our graduate programs of about 5 to 8 percent over the last several years. With higher education come better job security and a decreased risk of unemployment. Indeed, the average worker with a graduate degree is also estimated to earn approximately $2 million more than a worker with a bachelor’s degree over a lifetime. Education will never lose its value. Education is a high return investment and Stockton is an excellent place to invest your time and effort.

The staff in the Graduate Studies office is dedicated to meeting your needs. We are here to help you get answers to your questions, complete your graduate school application and make your experience at Stockton as a graduate student as positive experience as possible.

We look forward to meeting you some day soon.

Sincerely,

 

Lewis Leitner, Ph.D.
Dean of The School of Graduate and Continuing Studies