Overview

Transitioning to a hybrid model will provide a unique niche for our program, enhancing accessibility to a rigorous Ph.D. in Nursing at Kent State University for students across Ohio and neighboring states, especially in our ability to access rural nurses who wish to become nurse scientists.

Features

This shift will allow us to capitalize on both regional demand and national trends in nursing education, ensuring our program remains competitive and relevant.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History and Philosophy of Nursing Science

Research Design

Advanced Statistics

Leadership for Nursing Science

Theory Construction and Development in Nursing

Advanced Statistics

Advanced Qualitative Methods for Health Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

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Applications submitted by these deadlines will receive the strongest consideration for admission.

Language

English

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Credits

73 SCH

Minimum Total Credit Hours for Post-Baccalaureate Students - 90
Minimum Total Credit Hours for Post-Master's Students - 73

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Active, unrestricted U.S. registered nurse license (international students need to show proof of legal ability to practice as a registered nurse in country of origin)

Bachelor's or master's degree in nursing or related field, or a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, from an accredited program

Minimum overall 3.000 graduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale

Official transcript(s)

GRE scores (must be less than five years old at the time of application)

Résumé or curriculum vitae

Essay (two pages, single-spaced)

Three letters of reference from health care professionals or academic faculty members who can speak to the applicant's professional and academic abilities (two of the three references from doctoral-prepared individuals are preferred)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25091 USD / year

≈ 25091 USD / year
Out-of-State

25091 USD / year

≈ 25091 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13448 USD / year

≈ 13448 USD / year

Living costs

Kent

United States

1036 - 1710 USD / month

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

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Programme Structure

Key information

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