Overview
Embark on a transformative journey with Catholic University of America's Ph.D. in Nursing, a pioneer since the 1960s. Our Conway School of Nursing, rooted in excellence, features renowned faculty and a legacy of competitive federal grants, highlighting our commitment to cutting-edge research.
Features
- Our research-intensive online program is designed for flexibility so you can craft a dissertation tailored to your passion, guided by dedicated faculty mentors, preparing you to lead in academia and clinical settings.
- With a focus on philosophy, statistics, qualitative and quantitative methods, bioethics, and health care policy, our curriculum shapes the next generation of nurse researchers. Elevate your role as a nurse scientist, contributing expertise and compassion to address critical healthcare needs. Join us to make a lasting impact on nursing science and patient care.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:- Seminar in Nursing Scholarship
- Healthcare Biostatistics
- Philosophy of Science
- Theory Development
- Advanced Statistics and Research Methods in Healthcare
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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Nursing View 252 other PhDs in Nursing in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A completed graduate nursing application.
- Curriculum vitae or resume.
- Transcripts of undergraduate and graduate study that provide evidence of academic ability to complete the program and do original research. A GPA of 3.2 or higher is desired.
- Three letters of reference (at least one from a former dean, former faculty member or academic adviser and at least one from a current or former supervisor preferably in a clinical practice/research/academic setting).
- A written statement of career goals and proposed area of research.
- A copy of a recent scholarly paper, research report or publication related to clinical nursing
- International applicants should attach copies of all grade reports, certificates, and transcripts at the time of application in both the original language and in English translation.
- $60 non-refundable application fee
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Washington, D. C.
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Scholarships Information
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