School of Nursing Doctoral Programs
The Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (Ph.D.) Program
Graduates from this program are leaders in education, practice, and research around the world. The program consists of 70 hours, 24 of which may be transferred from master's level work. The remaining credits are distributed among core, research, and support courses. After successful completion of course work and the comprehensive examinations, a dissertation involving significant and original research in nursing is completed. Full-time and part-time study options are available.
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Graduates are prepared to assume leadership positions in nursing/health care, with the ultimate goal of improving health care and the health status of people. The program is a practice-focused doctoral program designed to prepare experts in specialized advanced nursing practice. The focus is heavily on clinical practice, one that is “innovative and evidenced-based, reflecting the application of credible research findings”
A total of 34-37 credits (which may include up to 6 transfer credits for prior coursework in the area) are required for the Post-master’s DNP degree. A Post-baccalaureate DNP entails 71-89 credits, depending on the clinical specialty chosen. Pre-requisites for the post-master’s DNP include graduate level courses in: Health Policy, Bioethics, Health Promotion, and statistics.
About the Program
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