In Search of a Glorious Spreadsheet of PhD Programs

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This discussion centers on the quest for an ideal spreadsheet to assist in selecting and applying to PhD programs. Participants express skepticism about the existence of such a comprehensive spreadsheet, emphasizing that spreadsheets excel in quantitative data management but fall short in qualitative analysis. Suggestions include utilizing Google’s advanced search capabilities to compile information effectively, as well as the potential for creating a personalized spreadsheet based on existing templates found online.

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  • Understanding of spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets)
  • Familiarity with Google advanced search techniques
  • Knowledge of qualitative vs. quantitative data analysis
  • Basic skills in data organization and management
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  • Explore Google Sheets for creating customizable PhD program tracking spreadsheets
  • Research advanced search operators in Google to enhance information gathering
  • Investigate existing templates for organizing academic program data
  • Learn about qualitative data analysis methods for evaluating PhD programs
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Prospective PhD students, academic advisors, and anyone involved in the application process for graduate programs seeking efficient ways to organize and evaluate program options.

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I am on a quest for the most perfect spreadsheet designed to assist with choosing or applying to phd programs. If anyone is in possession of such an artifact, I implore you to bestow it upon me so I may bathe in the light of the knowledge garnered by those who came before. If your wondrous magnificence is aware of the existence of a wholly pristine spreadsheet which is located elsewhere, pray advise me of the location and this one will form an expedition to acquire it forthwith.
 
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I seriously doubt that such a spreadsheet exists. A spreadsheet does a great job of working with quantitative data, but not so much with the qualitative things you're asking one to do.
 
Thanks for your reply. If it doesn't exist I will create it. I just thought I'd get a big head start on it by using someone else's foundation.

Also, since you don't like a spreadsheet for this job, what would you recommend to compile all of the information?
 
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Thanks for your reply. If it doesn't exist I will create it. I just thought I'd get a big head start on it by using someone else's foundation.

Also, since you don't like a spreadsheet for this job, what would you recommend to compile all of the information?
Googling the last part of your thread title returns lots of hits on blank spreadsheet ideas that students can use to organize information about the schools they are considering and applying to...

https://www.google.com/search?q=Spreadsheet+of+PhD+Programs&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8
 
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You already have a glorious spread sheet . It's called Google . All you need your end is a bit of DIY user friendly software to select sets of search filters without having to enter them manually each time .

The advanced search facilities on Google are immensely powerful . Use them .
 
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