Regents approve six new doctoral programs (AberdeenNews.com)
- MADISON, S.D. - The state Board of Regents added six new doctorate programs Friday, although three are contingent on funding from the Legislature.
- Nanoscience and nanoengineering at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in Rapid City.
- Computational science and statistics to be offered through South Dakota State in Brookings and the University of South Dakota in Vermillion.
- A combined M.D. and Ph.D. program at USD.
The doctorates requiring new state money are:
In his budget address to state lawmakers, Gov. Mike Rounds has recommended spending almost $1.1 million to help pay for the new programs. Lawmakers will consider his request when they meet for the 2005 session in January. More here
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