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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is an amazing service! I was stuck along my doctoral journey for several years. I hired this company and recently Finished my final oral defense with flying colors successfully! Their whole team... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I want to take a moment to sincerely thank the exceptional professionals who provided outstanding support while consistently meeting deadlines. A special shoutout to Dr. Boardman and, in partic... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What an amazing group of professionals! From my first conversation with Heather to every single interaction with Real Professors, they were responsive and attentive. Paul’s help with my dissertation w... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst experience in my whole academic career. They do not seem to do anything on time. They are so overloaded that they do not pay attention to some of the work. I wasted four weeks since consulting h... See more

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Real Professors is an academic consultancy that is dedicated to helping online doctoral students complete their dissertations on time. Real Professors only uses real (retired) professors to assist with topic development, literature review, theory, design and methods, data analysis, and APA 7 writing and editing.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is an amazing service! I was stuck until I hired them!

This is an amazing service! I was stuck along my doctoral journey for several years. I hired this company and recently Finished my final oral defense with flying colors successfully! Their whole team is very professional. They have individuals that specialize in each portion of your journey! Amazing coaches and editors!!! WOW! I am forever grateful! Thank you, Paul and thank you, Stephanie and all others that assisted with my journey!

1 December 2025
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You were a pleasure to work with. You have yourself a fine piece of empirical research that will inform both practitioner and future research decision-making. We learned as much from you as you from us. Congratulations. You worked hard and earned your doctorate in impressive fashion.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Professionals

I want to take a moment to sincerely thank the exceptional professionals who provided outstanding support while consistently meeting deadlines. A special shoutout to Dr. Boardman and, in particular, Dr. David, whose unwavering assistance and availability made a significant difference for me.

This remarkable team has truly been a blessing in my life; their support has been invaluable to my personal and professional growth. I cannot express enough how grateful I am for all that they have done.

If you’re seeking reliable, professional assistance from a team that genuinely cares about its clients, I wholeheartedly recommend reaching out to them. You won’t be disappointed!

Thank you so much!

1 December 2025
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Thanks very much for the kind words. You were a pleasure to collaborate with. You have a solid grasp of what it means to think and behave like a professional scholar. Excellent show!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Years of Dedication, No Pay, and No Responses

I worked for Real Professors as an analyst for four years and consistently met deadlines and delivered high-quality work. Unfortunately, my recent experience has been deeply disappointing. I am currently owed approximately $3,000 in unpaid compensation. Despite sending more than 19 emails over several weeks requesting payment and clarification, I have received no response from the owners or management.

I am sharing this review to describe my personal experience and to encourage transparency. I hope the company resolves this issue and improves communication with its contractors and employees.

1 December 2025
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Hello Samantha. My colleague and I sent you an email explaining how you have miscalculated, almost two weeks ago, now. I trust that once you check the math, you will remove this post.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

genuine

This company is very knowledgeable and capable and is willing to listen to your needs. Billy W. is especially wonderful

8 November 2025
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Thanks, Diandra. Indeed, Dr. Whisnant is one of the best. I feel for you, given the gaslighting that your chair put you through. Unfortunately, you are in good company. Gaslighting (and moving the goalpost, and weaponizing APA 7) is (are) characteristic of the post-coursework, pre-dissertation proposal business model for the large, for-profit, online doctoral programs.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would like to say thank you

I would like to say thank you
I would like to say thank you, Dr. Boardman and Dr. David. I knew my topic was going to be emotional. But with all of the support I have received, they made this process ten times easier. At times, I was in pain, and I knew I bothered them a lot, especially when my nerves started to kick in. But they never let that get in the way; they were there the full time and always had encouraging words to help out. Yep, the dissertation is a beast, and when you do not know what is about to come, they do. As this was my first and last dissertation, they made it enjoyable. I will never forget them and will stay in contact with them. At first, I thought I was just throwing money away, as I did not really know what to expect. It was totally worth it, yes, it was a bit pricey, but I kept my hair and didn't go crazy. I probably would have quit a tong time ago if I were to do this by myself. Worth every penny. My professor was even impressed as she stated that her normal students normally take over a year to complete this dissertation. So my hat is off to them.
The name of their company suits them well, Real Professors Experts in their field. I recommend them to everyone.
Once again, thank you for all of your support and kindness.

23 September 2025
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Please forgive the late response. THANK YOU for the kind words. It was a pleasure collaborating with you and watching you progress to graduation. You indeed deserve your doctorate, and we are proud to call you a colleague.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wow where do I begin

Wow where do I begin. First and foremost I want to thank Dr.Boardman and Stephanie David for their kindness, support, and help in getting me through dissertation. It was a scary and frustrating experience but they made it simple and got me through every step of the way. They are very experienced and trustworthy! It was worth every penny. When I started I never thought I would make it but with their help I made it!

19 September 2025
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Hi there! Thanks very much for the kind words. It was a pleasure assisting you and watching you evolve into a scholar through our dissertation process. You now think like a scholar and have most certainly demonstrated that you can behave like one with your impressive dissertation. We are now colleagues, Dr. Yer. Congratulations once more. Please keep me apprised of your endeavors, academic and otherwise.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

HIGHLY recommend

What an amazing group of professionals! From my first conversation with Heather to every single interaction with Real Professors, they were responsive and attentive. Paul’s help with my dissertation was invaluable. He answered all my questions and helped me meet my deadlines. Thanks to him and his team, I completed my PhD!

2 September 2025
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Thanks very much for the kind words and five stars. You were a very astute client, and now you are a colleague. All the best in your endeavors, academic and otherwise. Please keep me and Drs. Whisnant and David apprised of your academic and career endeavors.

Sincerely,
Paul

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A heartfelt review of an outstanding academic support service

My initial search for dissertation support was cautious—I was aware of the risks associated with seeking help from online companies, and I wanted to ensure I would receive genuine academic guidance rather than generic solutions. After reading numerous reviews and exploring several websites, I came across Real Professors. The clarity and transparency of their website immediately set them apart. Their services were outlined in detail, and there were clear assurances of originality, confidentiality, and academic integrity. Even before my first interaction with anyone from Real Professors, I felt confident that I was dealing with a professional academic support service.

Upon reaching out via their telephone number and leaving a message, my call was quickly returned by Laura, the CFO of the company. Laura took the time to learn about me, to understand my subject, my goals, and the particular challenges I was facing.

After our phone call, Laura then set up a free consultation with Dr. Boardman, the professor who had the most in-depth knowledge of the study I would be conducting. I had read very positive reviews about several of the professors at this company, however, nothing came close to explaining just how amazing, professional, efficient, and deeply committed Dr. Boardman is to seeing his students succeed. Dr. Boardman provided insightful feedback on my research questions, helped me refine my methodology, and guided me through the intricacies of the literature review and data analysis. His ability to explain complex concepts in a clear, accessible manner was remarkable, and our many discussions often sparked new ideas and perspectives.

Throughout the nearly 12 months I worked with Dr. Boardman he maintained excellent communication with me. I received prompt responses to my questions and he provided regular progress updates, which alleviated much of the anxiety associated with meeting tight deadlines.

Even when I faced unexpected challenges—such as revisions requested by my chair or difficulties in accessing data—Dr. Boardman responded quickly and effectively, offering ongoing guidance and support.

His dedication to me and my study was evident at every turn. At no point did I feel like a number or an afterthought, I was treated with patience and respect.

What made my experience truly exceptional was the personalized attention Dr. Boardman provided me. He took a genuine interest in my research topic and celebrated each milestone with me; such as my proposal defense. His encouragement and guidance helped me persevere through the toughest stages of writing, revision, and defending.

The amount of time he spent with me preparing for my proposal and defense was more than I could have ever asked for or expected. I was as prepared and confident as one could be because of his support and guidance.

The ultimate testament to the effectiveness of Real Professors is the outcome of my dissertation journey. Thanks to Dr. Boardman and his team I was able to submit a dissertation that not only met but exceeded my university’s requirements and I successfully defended my research before my committee.

My experience with this company was nothing short of outstanding. The professionalism, expertise, and genuine care of everyone associated with Real Professors is truly amazing. They helped me achieve the highest academic level in my profession and did it in a manner that was a rewarding and empowering journey.

If you are searching for reliable, ethical, and high-quality dissertation support, I wholeheartedly and without hesitation recommend Real Professors. I am certain you will have the same experience as I did.

6 July 2025
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I very much appreciate your remarks. We have a low-volume business model so we can assist you as we did. That said, you made our jobs very easy. You were an astute mentee and always made certain I understood what you and your professors wanted. After all, this study is a reflection of your academic interests and socioeconomic concerns, not mine or Dr. Whisnant's or Dr. David's. I am proud to now call you my colleague instead of a client. Though I was not on your committee, I felt the same sense of satisfaction when I learned of your being approved for graduation as when one of my own doctoral candidates is approved for graduation.

Please keep me apprised of your endeavors, academic and otherwise. It's always nice to reconnect.

Sincerely,
Paul

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Working with Heather and Stephanie was…

Working with Heather and Stephanie was a game-changer for my doctoral journey. The team was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and professional. Stephanie guided me through each chapter with expertise and patience, ensuring clarity and alignment throughout my dissertation. I highly recommend their services to anyone feeling overwhelmed or stuck in their doctoral process. Absolutely worth every penny.

14 June 2025
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It's always great to receive this sort of feedback. You've been a very astute collaborator and deserve your doctorate.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simply Amazing

Real Professors provide a fantastic service throughout the Dissertation process. Dr. Paul and Dr. Stephanie provided exceptional care and concern throughout my Doctoral journey. The level of respect and grace extended to the client is beyond anything I have experienced with the University I attend. Dr. Paul is understanding and kind while acknowledging that he understands the struggles and concerns of doctoral students. Dr. Paul will make sure you understand the process and the material presented. I highly recommend that those needing help with the doctoral journey contact real professors.

12 February 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a doctoral student who experienced…

I am a doctoral student who experienced severe writer's block. I want to acknowledge Paul with Real Professors for assisting me by easing my mind, explaining everything clearly at each stage, and providing guidance on the best steps to overcome my challenges. Paul's professionalism made working with him straightforward and a pleasure. I would highly recommend working with him.

4 February 2025
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I really appreciate the kind words. And the pleasure was mine (as well). We are now colleagues, Dr. XXXXXXXX (name omitted due to the Real Profs guarantee of 100% confidentiality). Please keep me apprised of your endeavors, academic and otherwise.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

PhD Complete

Anonymous,

Navigating the dissertation process can be overwhelming, especially when universities seem to constantly shift their standards, change committee members, and update formatting guidelines. Despite the high cost, working with Real Professors was absolutely worth it. My dissertation consultant provided expert guidance and helped me adapt to every curveball thrown by my university’s business school.

Their consistent support and detailed feedback were key in helping me cross the finish line. If you’re struggling with the evolving requirements of academia, this service is a game-changer. Real Professors made an otherwise frustrating process manageable, and for that, I’m incredibly grateful.

16 December 2024
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It was a pleasure. You were a very astute doctoral candidate and, because of your efforts to absorb everything from our mentoring sessions together, you are now a colleague. I wish all of the best in your endeavors, academic and otherwise. And I hope we keep touch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great People Great Service

My experience was amazing with this team. They all helped with my direction and needed corrections to my dissertation. I cannot imagine how anyone was not happy with this group since they all proved to go above and beyond what was necessary. This included taking time in the evenings and even on weekends to discuss with me the changes and needs for my dissertation.

1 January 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Real Professors is amazing

Real Professors is amazing. They explained to me that it is not enough to develop a good DBA topic but that I must be strategic working with my committee members. Billy mentored me make 100% certain my first 3 chapters were approved right away. I cannot believe how much attention Real Professors gives to their clients. Especially because I was with another company before who scammed me. I went to Billy and he was with me the whole way. I wish Billy was my dissertation chair. Anyone who has him as a chair is a lucky student.

11 November 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I want to thank Real Professors for…

I want to thank Real Professors for helping me with my dissertation. I was lost with all the crazy processes until Paul explained everything. I am so thankful Stephanie took all my calls and calmed me down. when I was in panic mode.

10 September 2024
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I was happy to assist Jordan. You were one of the best clients with whom I've worked. You studied up on your dissertation's fundamentals and absorbed the direct mentoring with me efficiently and effectively. You are as much to credit for your success as are Prof. Stephanie and me.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

BEST EXPERIENCE

BEST EXPERIENCE! I am incredibly grateful to Real Professors, especially Stephanie and Paul, for their unwavering support and guidance throughout my dissertation journey. Their expertise, patience, and attention to detail were invaluable in helping me bring my research to life. From the initial brainstorming sessions to the final edits, Paul and Stephanie offered insightful feedback, thoughtful suggestions, and consistent encouragement that kept me motivated every step of the way.

Their ability to break down complex ideas, refine my writing, and provide constructive feedback made a tremendous difference in the quality of my work. I could not have asked for a better mentor and collaborator during this process. Thank you, Real Professors, for helping me achieve this milestone and for believing in me when I needed it most! You cannot go wrong with Real Professors!

17 October 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Stephanie saved me!!!!!!

I bought a package with another dissertation business and they refused to revise my work after six months because I paid with paypal. I needed help and Dr. Paul and Dr. Stephanie rewrote it because it wasn't any good. I passed through my next class. They did the rest of my dissertation and I passed. My head chair offered to write me recommendations because I was the most improved person they supervised. There were bumps and they held my hand!

1 September 2024
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Hi Andrea, working with you over the last year was a great experience! Thank you for being such a great client. We all enjoyed every meeting we had with you.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Beyond Expectation

Stephanie Davis was an absolute lifesaver throughout this process. Her guidance, support, and expertise were incredibly helpful in getting my dissertation finished. I'm especially grateful for her being always on time, available, and flexible. She made the whole experience so much less stressful. I can't recommend her enough. Her dedication to her job is truly exceptional."

30 June 2024
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It was a pleasure working with you as well. This is a difficult journey, even when someone is holding your hand or giving you assistance. We try our best to understand that. You deserve this!!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

So many unhappy clients

So many unhappy clients. Avoid them!
Did not deliver even an acceptable draft and did not refund any portion of my money!

10 May 2024
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EDITED 10/3/2024

This former client has published her dissertation. The content in their published dissertation was largely unchanged, with the only significant modification being that the client had moved a few paragraphs around and deleted a couple of sentences. A quality document was prepared for Susan and she successfully defended the content she received. Susan continues to harass our business by filing chargeback claims and attempting to take the payment of her project to arbitration. However, these attempts have failed as her claims remain unfounded. Her claim that she had to "re-write everything" herself and "discard whatever" we delivered is defamation. Real Professors believes that services such as Trustpilot serve a vital role in e-commerce and that consumers giving truthful descriptions of their experiences is essential for markets to work. However, lies such as these harm small businesses. If a consumer makes claims that a service did not achieve its stated purpose when there is evidence that it did as a way to coerce the business into a refund, all the while using transaction reversals to recoup money and failing because their claims to the bank when filing chargebacks and demands for arbitration were false, then the only remedy is to rely on the legal system. Attempts have been made to deliver documents to Susan, but to no avail. We continue to work with our attorney to serve paperwork.

I have reviewed the 291 emails between yourself and our firm between the first time you reached out to us for assistance in September 2023 and April 2024. I focused on the emails from January 2024, when you contracted with us and made payment for services to April 2024, when you informed us that you intended to speak with a lawyer and subsequently ceased contact with us until filing the review below this review.

The two claims you make here are that we did not deliver an acceptable draft and that we did not refund any portion of your money. Concerning the claim of not receiving an acceptable draft, all that Dr. Boardman received for direction was the dissertation manual that included a few sentences in a paragraph that listed some suggested sections. We have been doing this for many years, so we know the general format for sections in a dissertation, they typically do not deviate much. However, your chair was expecting a specific approach and format to your Chapter 3 that deviated from what is typically in Chapter 3. We did not find out about this from you until after your chair had accepted Chapter 1 and only had a few incidental recommendations for Chapter 2. It was only then that you sent a sample of what they wanted.

When Chapter 1 was accepted and Chapter 2 only required a few small revisions and you sent over a sample for Chapter 3 that would require Dr. Boardman redo significant parts, he was happy to do this for you. You were told that we would need all of your data because, based on the sample given to us after writing up your project, Chapter 3 would need to include narrative of how the data was collected and analysis was completed, not just a description of the plans for data collection and analysis. Chapter 3 would also require a description of characteristics of the sample for your study. These cannot be “fudged”. We needed the data and needed to perform analysis before this could be added to your Chapter.

So, if your project had advanced to the point where the only significant change needed was based on something that we did not receive until after the write-up was completed and you made the decision to not work with us any longer, there are absolutely no grounds for a refund.

We have a lot of clients who make significant sacrifices to afford our services and we work painstakingly hard to satisfy their committees. We respect them and their sacrifices because we understand what this type of expense can mean and many of our clients are struggling and need a degree to advance or improve their pay.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Grateful for Excellent Service

I am so grateful that I found Real Professors. I was struggling to finish my dissertation and was nearly ready to just quit. I happened across their website and thought I will call and see how they can help me. They walked me through the process, proofed my work, gave me suggestions that made my work better and made my chair happy, and I finally finished. Thank you Real Professors; your entire team is the best.

31 May 2024
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