In the present article, the authors address another research method that also allows students to address important topics but in a way that does not require collecting separate data and does not require finding research subjects. This approach, called metasynthesis, is similar to meta-analysis in that it involves combining the results of previous studies in a structured way that allows for drawing conclusions across relevant studies. Where metasynthesis differs is that it is a process for analyzing qualitative research studies, rather than the quantitative research used in meta-analysis. This article will address the benefits and challenges of metasynthesis. It will outline challenges that students should be aware of before choosing this method. Additionally, it will outline methods of addressing those challenges in metasynthesis used for dissertation research, in an attempt to help students, make informed decisions about their dissertation research.