Nursing (PhD) PHD Program By University of Louisville |Top Universities
Tuitionfee

1,550 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

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Program overview

Main Subject

Nursing

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

Blended

The Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing is designed to prepare nurse scientists to assume a variety of roles in education, research, leadership, and health policy. The program prepares nurse scientists to:
  • Generate knowledge, test interventions and evaluate outcomes to reduce risks of illness/disability and promote quality of life;
  • Collaborate with other disciplines to improve the delivery of healthcare;
  • Assume research, leadership, executive, public policy and/or teaching roles; and,
  • Affect health policy through the application of scientific knowledge.
Three progression options are offered: 1) BSN to PhD  2) MSN to PhD and 3) DNP-PhD.  The BSN to PhD students complete the first year of coursework at the master's level and then continue on to the doctoral-level work without earning a master's degree. The MSN to PhD and DNP to PhD students will enter directly into doctoral coursework.
The PhD in Nursing consists of at least 55 credit hours of coursework beyond the baccalaureate degree, 40 credit hours beyond a master's degree and 31 credit hours beyond a DNP, plus dissertation credit hours. Full or part-time programs of study are available; however, full-time study is recommended to allow students to devote themselves entirely to the program and immerse themselves in the life of a scholar.

Program overview

Main Subject

Nursing

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

Blended

The Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing is designed to prepare nurse scientists to assume a variety of roles in education, research, leadership, and health policy. The program prepares nurse scientists to:
  • Generate knowledge, test interventions and evaluate outcomes to reduce risks of illness/disability and promote quality of life;
  • Collaborate with other disciplines to improve the delivery of healthcare;
  • Assume research, leadership, executive, public policy and/or teaching roles; and,
  • Affect health policy through the application of scientific knowledge.
Three progression options are offered: 1) BSN to PhD  2) MSN to PhD and 3) DNP-PhD.  The BSN to PhD students complete the first year of coursework at the master's level and then continue on to the doctoral-level work without earning a master's degree. The MSN to PhD and DNP to PhD students will enter directly into doctoral coursework.
The PhD in Nursing consists of at least 55 credit hours of coursework beyond the baccalaureate degree, 40 credit hours beyond a master's degree and 31 credit hours beyond a DNP, plus dissertation credit hours. Full or part-time programs of study are available; however, full-time study is recommended to allow students to devote themselves entirely to the program and immerse themselves in the life of a scholar.

Admission requirements

6.5+
3.25+
79+
  1. BSN applicant: Official transcripts representing all college coursework with a recommended undergraduate cumulative grade point average of at    least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Must verify completion of an accredited baccalaureate program in nursing. A bachelor's degree must be earned from a regionally accredited institution. BSN program must have been accredited by CCNE or NLN.
  2. MSN applicant: Official transcripts representing all college coursework with a recommended graduate cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25 on a 4.0 scale. Must verify completion of a master's program in nursing accredited by CCNE or NLN.
  3. DNP applicant:  Official transcripts representing all college coursework with a recommended graduate cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25 on a 4.0 scale.  Must verify completion of DNP program  accredited by CCNE or NLN.
  4. ​Applicants who have attended a college or university outside the United States are also required to submit an evaluation of their transcript through World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).  Please note that transcript evaluations can sometimes take several weeks.
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  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

1,550 USD
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International Students

1,550 USD
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