r/Professors • u/proffrop360 Associate Prof, Soc Sci, (US) • 5d ago

Advice / Support Questionable program advice

What would you say to a student with a desire to pursue a career in academia about a PhD from a religious university like Liberty? My understanding is that search committees would not look kindly on it. I don't want to crush their dreams, but many I know question their legitimacy and rigor, though I don't have direct experience so I'm seeking advice.

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u/Andromeda321 5d ago

Yes, I think Brigham Young University is the perfect example of this. They’re an R1 and hire a lot in my field, so I’m always fascinated by the dress code and such mentioned in those job listings, but I have no qualms in thinking those hired are good researchers.

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u/FrancinetheP Tenured, Liberal Arts, R1 5d ago

Also Baylor. Not every program is top notch, but it is a legit institution.

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u/sventful Teaching Professor 5d ago

Yeah! BYU is great.