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Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing

Ph.D. in Nursing

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nursing program is a research-based doctoral degree. The program prepares the student for a career as a clinical nurse scientist who, through course selection and experiences, develops as a teacher and disseminator of knowledge within professional, academic, and clinical arenas. Students may enter the program at the Post-BSN or Post-MSN level.

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Program at a glance

Requirements

  • Bachelors in Nursing and/or Masters in Nursing from a nationally accredited school of nursing (ACEN, NLNAC, CCNE)
  • Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Texas or Compact License with Multi-State Privileges International applicants should contact the PhD program director to determine licensure requirements.
  • GRE score taken within the past five years
  • 3.0 GPA based on last 60 hours of college coursework
  • Cohort Stats Fall '19

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Application Deadlines

The Fall 2019 deadline has been extended to May 1, 2019

  • Entering Fall Class:/April 1, 2019

Characteristics

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