The Dissertation Studio

You are welcome to join us at the Dissertation Studio at any point in your dissertation process. Whether you are preparing your proposal, have just discovered your topic, or are preparing for publication, we can help you focus, move through the internal and external obstacles, and get closer to your goals.

You are welcome here. No shame. No guilt. No pressure. Just a weekly invitation to move past whatever made you stop writing. We have all seen friends and students leave their doctoral degree unfinished because the dissertation process was overwhelming. You are the person we designed this program for! Schedule a chat with us and find out what is possible!

If you miss a week, we will check in on you! If you need to travel, are sick, or need to be away, we'd be happy to connect you via Zoom so you don't have to sacrifice your writing time, and you can connect with your cohort! Be sure to check out open co-working hours so you can keep working. There are also weeks when we need to take a break. One of the coaches can talk you through setting realistic expectations so you return refreshed and feel supported!

Each of our coaches is experienced in academic writing and editing. Light editing is included in your work with our coaches. We will work with you to set up opportunities to edit, revise and elevate your dissertation.

As part of your program, you will receive proofreading and grammar support to help you find an academic tone, present your ideas clearly, and cite your sources correctly.

For more extensive editing, such as reshaping your argument, analyzing data and graphics, or restructuring your paper, there is an add-on option available the support you need from the coaches you trust.

If we could wave our magic wands and look in our crystal balls, we would love to guarantee this. Realistically, your completion during the semester depends on many factors, such as where you started, how quickly you write, and how much time your life allows for you to write outside of our guided sessions. While we can't guarantee a done dissertation, we commit to help you get much closer to your goal. And when you do get finished, we'll be right there to celebrate with you!

If you are ready to prepare for your defense during your semester with us, we have a panel of experienced academics who can create a mock defense scenario. We will help you run through your presentation and prepare to answer questions so you know what to expect. We have both stress management tools and insider knowledge to help you feel prepared, confident and ready to rock your defense!

We are building a community here. Our first session is about goal setting and mutual accountability. Most people give up on their dissertations because they feel isolated and hopeless. Working in community helps you feel connected, keeps you motivated, and gives you friends, colleagues and mentors who are on your side. To support that, we are running this program as a cohort. If you miss our start date, you can join a wait list. When we get a full waitlist, we will open a second cohort to begin together.

The Dissertation Studio meets at the HeART Space, Tucson at 6502 E. Speedway Blvd, Unit B. (Just east of Speedway and Wilmot).

Contact us to discuss financial support options.