Dartmouth,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Nursing in Dartmouth United States | University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
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Dartmouth United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
22,406
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing is an advanced research-oriented degree program. It combines in-depth academic study with hands-on experience across three key domains:
research methodology and execution
chronic illness scholarship
nursing education leadership and scholarship
This cutting-edge program develops Nurse Scientist Educators (NSEs) who will:
advance nursing science through theory-driven research on chronic illness experiences and nursing education, with subsequent knowledge dissemination
synthesize research, instruction, mentorship, and professional service within institutional and professional contexts
shape the next generation of nurses through knowledge discovery, practical application, and interdisciplinary integration
NSE candidates will gain expertise in:
both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
fundamental principles and standards of scientific investigation
constructing, synthesizing, and implementing nursing knowledge
chronic illness research frameworks and theoretical approaches
collaborative strategies for addressing chronic health challenges
methods for establishing a sustainable research agenda
scholarly publishing, grant writing, and curriculum development/evaluation
Core Educational Principles of the NSE Program:
Boyer's (1990) scholarly framework encompassing four dimensions: Discovery, Integration, Application, and Teaching
investigations into chronic illness prevention and patient care
an integrated curriculum offering education, practical training, and professional guidance
cohort-based learning, faculty mentorship, and structured pathways to scholarly publication and research funding
The curriculum is structured to cultivate NSE competencies through mentoring relationships, classroom instruction, and practical application.
This 52-credit post-master's program typically requires 48 months of full-time enrollment, including summer sessions.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Candidates must submit the required application materials, university requirements and program-specific requirements, for consideration.
Bachelor's degree minimum GPA of 3.0 and Master's degree minimum GPA of 3.3.
One of these two degrees is from an accredited nursing program.
Master's level courses that include exposure to theory and research, and a course in multivariate statistics. For BS-PhD applicants, these will be completed in the program.
For BS-PhD applicants, BS minimum GPA of 3.5.
International students are not eligible to apply to the BS-PhD program.
Requirements
Two letters of recommendation from people who have supervised the applicant in the academic, professional, or community service setting. If possible, at least one recommendation should be from a doctorally-prepared faculty member who is familiar with the applicant's academic work and capacity. The recommendations should address the applicant's ability to do graduate work, and potential to advance the discipline of nursing through scholarship. Applicants will be required to provide the recommenders name and email address so we can contact the recommender for the letter of recommendation.
Statement of purpose should include research interest and intent. In the first part (up to 250 words), give your reasons for wishing to pursue graduate study. In the second part (up to 1,000 words), indicate your research interests and goals for doctoral study.
Scholarly writing samples (for example, a peer reviewed publication or a paper from school), minimum of 10 pages of writing.
Applicants must be registered nurses and submit copy of RN license.
International students should have a minimum English Proficiency score of TOEFL iBT 84 with the speaking session minimum 24, IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each section, or the Pearsons PTE Academic 55 with no individual score below 50.
Bachelor's degree minimum GPA of 3.0 and Master's degree minimum GPA of 3.3.
One of these two degrees is from an accredited nursing program.
Master's level courses that include exposure to theory and research, and a course in multivariate statistics. For BS-PhD applicants, these will be completed in the program.
For BS-PhD applicants, BS minimum GPA of 3.5.
International students are not eligible to apply to the BS-PhD program.
Requirements
Two letters of recommendation from people who have supervised the applicant in the academic, professional, or community service setting. If possible, at least one recommendation should be from a doctorally-prepared faculty member who is familiar with the applicant's academic work and capacity. The recommendations should address the applicant's ability to do graduate work, and potential to advance the discipline of nursing through scholarship. Applicants will be required to provide the recommenders name and email address so we can contact the recommender for the letter of recommendation.
Statement of purpose should include research interest and intent. In the first part (up to 250 words), give your reasons for wishing to pursue graduate study. In the second part (up to 1,000 words), indicate your research interests and goals for doctoral study.
Scholarly writing samples (for example, a peer reviewed publication or a paper from school), minimum of 10 pages of writing.
Applicants must be registered nurses and submit copy of RN license.
International students should have a minimum English Proficiency score of TOEFL iBT 84 with the speaking session minimum 24, IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each section, or the Pearsons PTE Academic 55 with no individual score below 50.
Tuition
USD
22,406