Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nursing at University of Nevada, Las Vegas represents the highest level of formal education for a career in research and the scholarship of discovery. It prepares scholars for the expression and communication of the knowledge base in the profession.

The Ph.D. graduate develops the science, stewards the profession, educates the next generation of nurses, defines its uniqueness, and maintains its professional integrity.

Career Possibilities

The Ph.D. program prepares leaders, scholars/researchers, and educators.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Knowledge Development in Nursing

Theory Development in Nursing

The Nurse as Leader

Statistical Methods for Nursing Research I: Univariate Methods

Statistical Methods for Nursing Research II: Multivariate Methods

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Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

65

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

62 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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65

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80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Generally, a minimum grade point average of 3.5 (on a 4.0 = A scale) earned in a nursing or health-related master's program of study is required. Students who graduated from accredited competency-based schools are advised to contact the Program Director for additional information.

Successful completion within the last 5 years of graduate course work or equivalent in statistics and research with a B or better.

Current unencumbered and unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in at least one state or territory of the US.

Applicants must present GRE scores on verbal, quantitative and analytic measures. The exam must have been taken within the last five years. Post-DNP applicants are exempt from this requirement.

Three letters of recommendation are required from individuals who can evaluate the applicant's motivation, academic capability, scholarship potential, and personal integrity for doctoral study in nursing.

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Tuition Fee

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International

24050 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24050 USD per year
National

24050 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24050 USD per year
In-State

7094 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7094 USD per year

Living costs for Las Vegas

880 - 1430 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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