Nursing Science, Ph.D.
College of Nursing
Prepare for a nursing research career in an academic, clinical or health system setting with the power to transform the health of patients, families and communities.
This degree is designed to prepare graduates for a lifetime of intellectual inquiry through creative scholarship and research. Students in this doctoral program acquire the knowledge and skills to conduct research that will contribute to furthering nursing science, practice, education and administration.
Program Highlights
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Student-Friendly
Earn a doctoral degree with generous tuition support and executive-style weekend course delivery.
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Research Leadership
Learn from mentored research experiences and electives that lead to dissertation preparation and defense.
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Flexible Delivery
Enjoy mixed curriculum delivery within an executive-style program integrating monthly campus sessions.
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Learn and Work
Join a flexible and rigorous Ph.D. education with convenient online learning that allows you to continue working.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Critical Thinking
Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments
Analytical Reasoning
Breaking down complex problems or situations to identify patterns, connections and solutions
Data Analysis
Examining and interpreting information to uncover insights and inform decision making
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Examine Evidence
Gathering and analyzing information for decision-making or problem-solving purposes
Research
Gathering and analyzing information to increase knowledge or solve problems
Teaching
Foster learning by conveying knowledge, skills and concepts to students
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Nursing Scientist
- Nursing Scholar
- Academic Faculty Member
- Researcher
Workplace Settings
- Nursing Science
- Health Care
- Education
- Administration
