Beethoven wrote his third symphony in honor of a great man, Bonaparte. He was seen as the liberator of the people, opening a door to hope during the French Revolution. When the First Consul declared himself Emperor, Beethoven became enraged and scowled out Bonaparteâs name from the score.
Step 2: Earn a Doctorate. As stated by the BLS, associate professors need a minimum of a master's degree and, in most cases, a doctoral degree. Doctoral programs often take around six years to finish, including time to research and write a dissertation, an in-depth research paper in the student's area of study.
How to Become a College Professor. Teaching at a university is a rewarding career, but with a declining number of available positions, becoming a college professor isn't easy. More than 70 percent of all college faculty currently teach off the tenure track, meaning their future at the university is not stable. For many adjunct professors, getting an advanced degree is a path into poverty; more than 33,000 Ph.D. holders are currently on public assistance.