3.25 Terminal Degrees of Faculty by Area

The doctoral degree in the faculty member’s field is recognized as the terminal degree. Lincoln University also recognizes masters degrees in the following specific fields as “terminal degrees”:

1. Art: studio art and design M.F.A.
2. Theater: creative artist or technical artist M.F.A.
3. English: creative writing M.F.A.
4. Social Work M.S.W.
5. Nursing and Business Administration doctorate in related field
6. Library Science M.L.S.