Overview

About the program

Nursing Science graduates at the University of Delaware are prepared to advance the art and science of nursing and to assume leadership positions in the profession.

They will take responsibility for shaping and advancing healthcare with a goal of improving individual, family and population health through the integration of theory, research and evidence-based practice.

Programme Structure

The breadth of focus of the Ph.D. in nursing science curriculum ranges from nursing research in the bio-behavioral sciences to health services:

Aging/Healthy Aging
Symptom Science/Self-Management
Health Services Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newark, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

BSN from an accredited college/university (minimum GPA 3.0) and/or MS in Nursing or other health-related discipline from an accredited college/university (minimum GPA 3.5)
Active Registered Nurse license in the U.S. or country of origin if an international applicant (upload a copy as Supplemental Document)
Three letters of recommendation from an academic, employer and/or other professional source
A curriculum vitae or resume
An interview with PhD Program Director and/or Program faculty prior to admission
English proficiency requirements for international applicants

Three essays addressing:

Identification of research focus, including brief literature review to support potential research questions
Alignment of professional objectives with UD SON environment and resources
Summary of education and experiences that prepare you for doctoral study

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

13392 USD / year

≈ 13392 USD / year
Out-of-State

13392 USD / year

≈ 13392 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13392 USD / year

≈ 13392 USD / year

Living costs

Newark

United States

990 - 1700 USD / month

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Overview

About the program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Newark

Funding

Scholarships Information

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