does shaq have a phd

by Dr. Horace Feil DDS Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago

The former N.B.A. star Shaquille O'Neal received his doctoral degree in from Barry University alongside 1,100 other students during commencement ceremonies in Miami Shores, Fla.May 5, 2012

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How many PHDS Shaq have?

After leaving Louisiana State University early for the NBA, Shaq went back to school and earned his bachelor's degree and then a master's degree and now, a doctorate in education.

What kind of degree does Shaquille O'Neal have?

In 1992, O'Neal left college early to to enter the NBA draft. He eventually went back to school to complete his bachelor's degree in general studies from Louisiana State University. In 2005, he earned his master's degree in business administration from the University of Phoenix online.

What NBA player has a Phd?

World-renowned and the league's beloved Shaquille O'Neal is one such outlier. In fact, he is the only one in the league's past or present to hold a legitimate doctorate degree.

What is the easiest PhD to get?

Generally, education, humanities, and the social sciences are considered the easiest fields in which to pursue degrees.

Which celebrity has a PhD?

DoctoratePersonDegreeKnown forMilo AukermanPhDLead singer of the punk rock band the DescendentsMayim BialikPhDActress on the television series Blossom and The Big Bang TheoryMichael BishopPhDBassist and lead singer of GwarAlexander BorodinMDClassical composer70 more rows

Who is the highest PhD holder?

A doctor from Hyderabad, S Satyanarayana has set a new Guinness record with 33 doctorates in various subjects which include 22 Ph.

Who has the highest PhD in the world?

Benjamin Bradley Bolger (born 1975) is an American perpetual student who has earned 15 degrees and claims to be the second-most credentialed person in modern history after Michael W. Nicholson (who has 30 degrees).

Does Kanye West actually have a PhD?

Turns out the 'College Dropout' Actually Holds a Ph. D. He might be the world's most famous college dropout, but Kanye West actually holds a doctorate degree — technically. Kanye West briefly attended both the American Academy of Art and Chicago State University, according to Time.

Does Shaquille O'Neal have a bachelor's degree?

After leaving school early in 1992 to enter the NBA Draft, O'Neal went back to Louisiana State University eight years later and earned his bachelor's degree in general studies, fulfilling a promise to his mother.

Does Shaq have an MBA?

As previously reported by AfroTech, the basketball legend earned an online MBA from the University of Phoenix. But, he shared just how committed he was to obtaining an education that wasn't only online.

Does Shaquille O'Neal have a business degree?

With a Doctorate in Education, a Masters Degree in Business and Over 200 Companies to Run, Shaquille O'Neal Might Soon Become a Lawyer. NBA all-time great Shaquille O'Neal is one of the most popular retired athletes. He is also one of the richest former athletes. And it has nothing to do with luck.

Does Shaq have a business degree?

Dr. O'Neal graduated with a 3.813 GPA, according to Fox News, and was one of approximately 1,100 graduates in the commencement ceremony. Shaq attended Louisiana State as a business major, and promised his mother that he would return to college following his NBA career, and he did just that.

Shaq is Proud of his Degree – and Mother

The basketball player admitted that he is proud of his degree like nothing else in life. He hoped to become an example for others. If we take a look at the statistics, every fourth child in the United States does not complete the entire course of education.

Big Aristotle

It’s no secret that basketball players’ educational achievements often end in high school or their freshman year in college, which they entered due to NBA restrictions. But there are also exceptions. Shaquille took care of his future in time, earning his bachelor’s degree from Louisiana State University in 2000.

Degree is Necessary

O’Neal is considered by many to be the most influential player in NBA history. In American reality, this event (getting PhD) is significant. The National Basketball Association and Major League Baseball are often criticized for recruiting athletes straight out of high school.

Where did Shaq get his PhD?

Summary: Shaq completed his undergraduate degree in 2000, 8 years after leaving to enter the NBA draaft. He earned an MBA from University of Phoenix and got the PhD from Barry University, an obscure school in Florida.

How tall is Shaq?

Hakeem himself admitted he's actually 6'9" and weighed 220-230 in his prime years (while listed at 7'0" and 255). Shaq at 7'1" and 280-340 (depending on the years) was a physical behemoth. Shaq has more titles, but that is a wash.

How many credit hours did Shaq get from Barry University?

He put in 54 credit hours to obtain the degree from Barry University, a private Catholic Institution in Florida. Some haters like to claim that Shaq cheated his way to the degree, but him and the university both agree that he put in the work and earned a well-deserved degree. [Image from here. Thanks for reading!]

Who is better, Shaq or Olajuwon?

Olajuwon is the all time leader in blocks and was a better defender. Hakeem is considered one of the best defensive centers of all time, while Shaq was good but not great on defense. Shaq has the edge in all NBA selections- 14 to 12. Hakeem has considerably more all defense selections- 9 to 3.

What is the difference between a Ph.D. and an Ed.D.?

Mean while, the Ed.D takes a look at what they brainstormed, and figures out a way to use the information, to solve real world problems.

Does Shaq have a doctorate?

No, Shaq has a Doctor of Education (Ed.D). I have seen people’s answers here, commenting on his doctorate being “far less work” than a Ph.D. Those comments are ridiculous. It’s strange to me, the way so many people try to compare to completely different programs. As though they are somehow they same. Why, because they are both doctoral degree programs focusing in education? Like I said, a ridiculous comparison.

Who has more titles, Shaq or Hakeem?

Shaq has more titles, but that is a wash. Shaq had Kobe for the 3 main ones, and the other one in Miami he was just a figurehead, fading-into-the-sunset legend that just benefited from an unstoppable DWade. So Shaq 's 4 to Hakeem's 2... I consider them equal for two reasons: Hakeem's titles (especially the first) came with essentially him+role players. He had no real superstar sidekick, and Drexler wasn't quite what he was in that 2nd title run that he was with the Blazers. The other reason is that one of those titles came against Shaq's Magic.

What degree did Shaq get after leaving Louisiana State University?