Overview

Adult/gerontology acute care nurse practitioners are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who specialize in the management of acutely ill patients, which includes stabilization, assessment of complication risk, and development of a treatment plan for health maintenance and promotion.

As a doctoral student in the Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Emphasis at University of Utah, you will:

Develop skills to influence public policy through participation in professional organizations and health policy activities at the local, national, and global level.
Take courses in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and systems leadership.
Learn through in-depth coursework in pathophysiology, acute care, critical care, pharmacology, diagnostic reasoning, and physical examinations.
Participate in a variety of clinical experiences in the acute care/hospital setting.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Pharmacology across the Lifespan

Advanced Pathophysiology

Clinical Genetics

Evidence Based Practice

Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Health Informatics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Nursing Gerontology View 304 other PhDs in Nursing in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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

Submission of FutureU application. Click HERE to apply.

Transcripts from each college or university you have ever attended. Unofficial copies may be submitted for initial review, but official transcripts must be submitted if you are recommended for admission.

Resume

Personal Goal Statement (limit of 1-2 pages)

Three letters of recommendation, in addition to University Recommendation Form, from professional or academic references.

Verification of RN license. If the RN license will not be posted by the application deadline, please upload a document stating the anticipated date of the NCLEX.

International applicant requirements

Tuition Fee

Living costs for Salt Lake City

1000 - 1730 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Emphasis.

Available Scholarships

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