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The YSN PhD program cultivates future thought leaders equipped to advance nursing science through expertise in theory, content, and research methodologies. Candidates enter doctoral studies with diverse backgrounds that form the foundation for customized learning plans aligned with program requirements while enabling specialization in specific fields. Every new PhD candidate collaborates with a faculty mentor whose research specialization closely aligns with the student's academic focus (both subject matter and methodology). The program fosters an educational atmosphere that encourages meaningful student-faculty interactions, promoting personal development, professional connections, and scholarly inquiry. Faculty and students share a dedication to expanding nursing knowledge through evidence-based research.