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Nursing PhD at University at Buffalo

University at Buffalo, United States

Programme overview

The Nursing PhD prepares nurse scientists to generate new knowledge and theory, extend the evidence base of nursing and other disciplines, and disseminate knowledge as researchers, academics and leaders. Doctoral classes meet two days per week and are offered in a distance-accessible format using synchronous and asynchronous delivery.

Faculty: School of Nursing  |  Department: School of Nursing  |  Duration: 36-79 credit hours; 3 to 5+ years  |  Study mode: Online / Full Time  |  Location: Buffalo, NY, United States

What you will study

36 to 79 credit hours depending on entry route (Post-BS, Post-MS or Post-DNP to PhD), online, full or part time.

Career pathways

Graduates work as researchers, academics and leaders affecting policy, practice and the nursing profession.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Three entry routes are offered: Post-BS to PhD, Post-MS to PhD and Post-DNP to PhD. Application fee $75.

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.

Entry terms and deadlines vary by programme; applicants apply directly to UB through the Graduate School application, with some programmes using external national applications plus a supplemental UB application.

A non-refundable application fee is required for each programme applied to; fees vary by programme and payment instructions are emailed after the application is submitted.

Law (JD) application fee is $85; applicants submit the LSAT or GRE.

MD: AMCAS application accepted June 1 to November 15; supplemental application and materials due December 1; supplemental fee $100; Early Decision AMCAS due August 1 and supplemental due August 31.

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