Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Health Sciences at Georgia State University

Programme overview

Georgia State University's Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program in health sciences prepares talented and capable students with a strong discipline-specific research-based curriculum to be scholars and educators in the healthcare-related disciplines. Our Ph.D. graduates become leaders in health sciences, higher education, hospital administration and public health. The program offers full-time and part-time study, with hybrid coursework.

Faculty: Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions | Department: Health Sciences | Duration: The Ph.D. in Health Sciences requires a minimum of 60 credits and can be completed in four to five years, depending on full-time enrollment. Part-time enrollment is also available. | Study mode: full-time | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

The 60-credit hour curriculum includes: Five core health science courses that cover topics relevant to health sciences (12 hours, including health science seminar) Four required research/statistics core courses (12 hours) Health sciences research and dissertation (24-45 hours) Concentration-specific core courses (12 hours) Electives (0-9 hours) selected and suggested by the student’s doctoral committee. Students with graduate credentials can request a transfer of graduate hours; such requests will be subject to the approval of the major advisor, doctoral committee, and the Ph.D. program director. Curriculum Map

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission requirements: GPA: 3.0 and above TOFEL: 80 and above or IELTS: 6.5 and above official transcripts goal statement and area of research interest three reference letters from individuals (for example, supervisors, former instructors, professional mentors) who can speak to the applicant’s research ability and interest resume/curriculum vitae interview with faculty applicants are strongly encouraged to identify their potential advisor prior to sending their application Application Flow Chart Funding Most of Ph.D. students receive funding supports; however, the availability of funding varies and are not guaranteed. Please discuss with your potential mentor on the funding and support when you apply. Graduate Assistantship (Research or Teaching) provides tuition waiver and stipend. Please contact your mentor for details.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate programmes (degree, certificate, non-degree and transient): $50 non-refundable application fee; Executive Doctorate in Business Administration: $100. Deadlines vary by college and programme.

Apply through the official page: https://graduate.gsu.edu/future/admissions/

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