Doctoral studies are transformative, demanding, and, yes, sometimes isolating. The PhD Accelerator is your trusted companion through it all, blending cutting-edge learning theories like systems thinking, backward design, learner agency, and holistic reflection into a practical, research-informed toolkit.
 
Inside, you’ll find 10 exercises, templates, and trackers. These are the very tools I used to finish my PhD in just 3 years and defend my dissertation “as is” (no corrections) while taking 2 days off a week and 2 weeks off every semester.
 
Instead of glorifying hustle and sacrifice, this toolkit helps you design your time, not just manage it - prioritizing wellbeing, community, and sustainability every step of the way.
 
This digital product is a printable PDF. Purchase the editable version for CAD $25.
 
What others are saying:
 
“The PhD Tracker by Dr. Rebecca Schmor is an invaluable tool for my doctoral studies. It stands apart by providing practical, concrete examples and helpful hints addressing the whole doctoral experience and even gives us guidance for what comes after the dissertation. I especially appreciate the “my why” and vision board exercises because they helped me to reflect and reaffirm my reasons for pursuing a doctorate degree.” - Cheryl C., California Baptist University
 
“The PhD Tracker is a much-needed resource, especially for those of us who work full-time or could use extra support in strengthening our organizational skills.” - Sharmoy F., The University of the West Indies
 
“I love the PhD Tracker overall. I found the yearly planner template spread into three "semesters" extremely helpful and thought it was a great idea to limit priorities for each month.” - Anya B., University of Montreal
 
“I highly recommend the PhD Tracker to all doctoral and graduate students because it provides practical guidance with useful milestones for students about to embark or in the middle of this journey and process. I wish I had this toolkit at the beginning of my program!” - Rachel L., University of Nevada
 
“What I value most about the PhD Tracker is that it has a good logical flow and provides concrete explanations and instructions for each tool provided.” - Gengqi X., University of Wisconsin-Madison