ICS Graduate Degrees

Generally, the ICS Graduate Program is composed of three Modules complementing each other:

• 1st module: Cognitive Science
  Exploring the brain, the enigma of consciousness, and free will.
• 2nd module: Humanistic Force
  First part: understanding consciousness through clinical and medical models vs humanistic model. 
  Second part: understanding and exploring the EQ (emotional intelligence), Authenticity, and NVC (nonviolent communication as per Dr Marshall Rosenberg).
• 3rd module: Transpersonal Vision
  Understanding consciousness through the conceptual integration of transpersonal psychology and certain aspects of neurobiology, quantum mechanics, and cognitive neuroscience.

The three modules are based on scientific areas:

• Neuroscience and neurobiology,
• Epigenetics,
• Cognitive psychology,
• Humanistic psychology,
• Transpersonal psychology and
• Quantum theory.

The general structure of the Masters and Doctoral degrees Program is comparable – the Ph.D. Program structure, however, delivers effective methodologies for your inner transformation which you are at liberty to engage in (meaning, you are not required to engage personally in these practices and you are welcome to remain at the academic distance), and an opportunity for original research in Integral Consciousness Studies.

ICS Master’s degree takes you along the path of a clear scientific understanding of the Integral Consciousness paradigm and enables you to comprehend how to practically apply the mastered knowledge.

In the three modules of the ICS Master’s degree Program, you will be required to write three academic papers on the subject of your choosing relying on the suggested resources provided to you after your admission. Most resources can be found online. Some resources (books, videos, academic articles) might have to be bought.

The minimum length for papers is 2.500 words. If you are inspired to write in greater detail, you will be able to request permission from the Dean of Graduate Studies.

ICS Master’s degree requires 30 study units (meaning 600 study hours), each paper awards you 5 study units if graded A or B by your Professor. The University standard is to accept only A or B grades on graduate work. Please, read the information on ‘The Grading System’ below.

You will have to decide the titles and subject of your academic papers on your own. In addition, your studies will be supported by tests (one for each Module) implemented into our LMS platform.

Graduation in ICS Master’s degree will be completed with Master Thesis, in the length of min 25.000 words or around 55 single-spaced A4 MS Word pages.

Rushmore University’s professional editing service for your papers is available.

There will be no classical exams or lectures.
(see also Table 1, above)

Please, see also Important information and guidelines for our new students >>

ICS Doctorate degree takes you further on your path of academic development, self-awareness, and philosophical understanding of the integral consciousness model, especially in terms of your personal involvement in the studies.

In addition to six academic papers on the three modules, you will be required to write additional papers on the exploration and pragmatical application of the content of the Program in your daily life, at least one paper for each module (included in the main papers).

You will be relying on the suggested resources and general guidelines provided to you after admission. Most resources can be found online. Some resources (books, videos, academic articles) might have to be bought.

You will also be required to complete unique research in the field of Integral Consciousness Studies.

The minimum length for papers for an ICS Doctoral degree is 3.000 words. If you are inspired to write in greater detail, you will be able to request permission from the Dean of Graduate Studies.

ICS Doctoral degree requires 60 study units (which translate to 1200 study hours), each paper awards you 5 study units if graded A or B by your Professor. The University standard is to accept only A or B grades on graduate work. Please, read the information on ‘The Grading System’ below.

You will have to choose the titles and subject of your academic papers on your own. In addition, your studies will be supported by tests (one for each Module) implemented into our LMS platform.

Graduation in ICS Doctorate degree will be completed with Dissertation, which should be at a minimum
40.000 words (around 80 single-spaced A4 MS Word pages), with a published book on the subject of Integral Consciousness or with published papers in acclaimed professional journals.

Rushmore University’s professional editing service for your papers is available.

There will be no classical exams or scheduled group lectures.
(see also Table 1, above)

As stated above, for a Doctorate degree you will be required to write additional papers on the exploration and pragmatical application in your daily life, at least one paper for each module.

General guidelines to support your studies and integration will be offered at each module.

Please, see also Important information and guidelines for our new students >>

The grading system in use at Rushmore University is based on a 4.0 QPA (A+) expectation of all work submitted. The University standard is to accept only A or B grades on graduate work, with the opportunity extended to any student who achieves a “C” on any of his or her work to raise the grade by up to one letter grade by resubmission of the paper or work product required.

The grading system at Rushmore University is based upon the following:

Grades below C are not recorded, and results must be improved, or students are not credited with the work attempted during the course. Grades of D and F are rarely, if ever, assigned. They convey zero QPA points if assigned.

• you will be capable of distinctly comprehend how the human brain works,
• you will be well versed in scientific and empirical research data to elucidate the enigma of free will, 
• you will comprehend how human perception is structured and how to shape it creatively to meet your needs,
• your knowledge will enable you to objectively validate the importance of compassion,
• you will understand and be able to employ (if you so choose) effective and non-intrusive methodologies for dealing with challenges in all areas of your life,
• all existing personal and transpersonal human levels of consciousness will be transparent to you,
• you will be proficient in recognizing and accurately naming any personal mental and emotional event and even the most abstract transpersonal insights,
• you will recognize how to relate to yourself and others in a richer and more effective way if you so choose and
• your new knowledge and skills will contribute to a more efficient, creative, and productive way of living.

Dean of Graduate Studies: Professor Alan Guinn

Chief Editor: Mrs Elizabeth Miller

Your Professor: Edmond Cigale, Ph.D., details >>

Rushmore does not limit the number of students who may enroll at any given time and practices a “rolling admissions policy.” Students may begin their studies at any time during the calendar year and are not required to either admit or matriculate at any specific calendar time.

If you are accepted for admission, you will either be eligible for immediate enrollment or you will be put on the waiting list for the first available place in our program.

As we screen applicants, one of the most important guiding criteria for admission is our assessment of your goals and your determination to achieve them.

While a previous undergraduate degree in a relevant field of studies is preferable, for professionals with extensive professional experience, the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be considered. The RPL’s eligibility for the ICS Graduate degrees would be examined on a case-by-case basis.

You do not have to wait for us to receive your test scores or transcripts from the schools you have attended. We can make a decision on your application within a reasonable timeframe (usually 72 hours).

Application for Master’s and Doctoral degrees in ICS is handled directly through the Office of Admissions by the Dean of Graduate Studies at Rushmore University.

Apply online here >>

Rushmore University ICS Graduate Degrees, online professional support, mentoring, and consulting on Zoom platform:

Master’s Program: Prepayment
Full payment: One payment of $7499
Quarterly payments: Four quarterly payments of $2000

Master’s Program: Installments
12 payments: Initial payment of $999; 11 monthly payments of $650
18 payments: Initial payment of $749; 17 monthly payments of $444
24 payments: Initial payment of $699; 23 monthly payments of $339

Doctoral Program: Prepayment
Full payment: One payment of $12,999
Two payments: Initial payment of $7,199; payment of $6,199 one year later

Doctoral Program: Installments
12 payments: Initial payment of $1,409; 11 monthly payments of $1,100
18 payments: Initial payment of $1,299; 17 monthly payments of $ 730
24 payments: Initial payment of $  889; 23 monthly payments of $ 570
36 payments: Initial payment of $  674; 35 monthly payments of $ 395

You can apply for the ICS Graduate Studies online:

• ICS Graduate Program: Master degree, here >>
• ICS Graduate Program: Doctoral degree, here >>