PhD Nursing at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

The PhD in Nursing prepares nurse scholars to generate new knowledge that advances nursing science. An online option is available, and study areas include health disparities, chronic illness management, health systems and patient-centered care.

Faculty: College of Nursing | Intake: Fall, Spring | Study mode: full-time; online option available | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

Health disparities, chronic illness management, health systems and patient-centered care.

Career pathways

Academia, healthcare administration, advanced clinical practice, health policy and research leadership.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School requirements apply (not programme-specific): see the Graduate School admission requirements.

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 applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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