PhD Nursing at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Programme overview

The Ph.D. in Nursing prepares nurse researchers and leaders to advance nursing practice through research, with funding to support full-time study and faculty mentorship. Students develop expertise in research design, data analysis and inferential processes. Accelerated and traditional tracks are offered.

Faculty: School of Nursing | Department: Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing | Intake: Fall (interviews start late January 2027 for Fall 2027) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Ann Arbor, MI, United States

Career pathways

Graduates become leaders in research who apply evidence to improve patient care and influence health policy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must have a BSN (or be completing one) from a CCNE-, ACEN- or NLN CNEA-accredited programme, or a non-U.S. equivalent; a master's is not required. Minimum GPA 3.0 on a 4-point scale. GRE is not required. Apply via Rackham (fee $75 domestic, $90 non-U.S.). Materials: 1,000-word academic statement of purpose, identification of one to three possible mentor matches, 500-word personal statement, three recommendations (at least two from PhD holders), official transcripts, CV, and a scholarly paper (first or sole author). English proficiency unless exempt: TOEFL 94 or higher for tests before January 21, 2026 (5 or higher on the revised scale afterwards) or IELTS 7.0.

Intake: Fall

Apply through the official page: https://rackham.umich.edu/admissions/applying/

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