Question re: CapTech's programs in Counterterrorism and Intelligence/Global Security

[EliEverIsAHero]

I've applied to both PhD programs on account of hearing that CapTech (Capitol Technology University) follows a dissertation-only model (but doesn't require a concept paper/proposal as part of the application like UK dissertation-only programs) as well as that it's possible to do a 3-paper/3-article dissertation.

But I have some questions about this: they require 60 credit hours at an expected pace of 6 credits per term, but is it possible to fast-track your degree there if you complete your dissertation or three articles within your first 2-3 semesters? Anyone know how they work this out? 

I also asked their admissions counselor/advisor based on hearing on the other degree forum that they allow 42 transfer credits, but she advised me that this only applies to credits from a (presumably unfinished) doctorate, not from a Master's degree. This part somewhat frustrated me as I am applying with two Master's and a Graduate Certificate in a closely related field (I was told the Graduate Certificate credits wouldn't transfer).

What have experiences here been with Capitol Technology University in this regard?

[ss20ts]

In my review of doctoral programs very few accept master's credits. It's pretty rare and I've only come across it in a couple of DBA programs. Doctoral programs aren't known for fast tracking. it takes time to conduct research and write the dissertation. There's a reason it takes some people 7 years!

[Jonathan Whatley]

In my review of doctoral programs very few accept master's credits.

And if they do, it's often grossed up. e.g., PhD from School A notionally accepts no credits from a master's, but is 60 semester hours long, and admission requires a prior master's. PhD from School B notionally accepts transfer credits from a master's, but it's 96 semester hours long, and can be entered straight from a bachelor's.

[bjcheung77]

Most doctoral programs won't take too many masters credits, some will take a few, such as 6 credits towards their doctoral programs. As the majority of them will take doctoral credits instead... Email them and see if they would take any UK Level 8 Diploma in a similar subject (or for their more business related subjects). Essentially, you're trying to mix/match that cost, ease, speed to finish by trying other possible credit options for transfer, while getting some credits, knowledge to fill the learning gaps, etc...