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Nursing Ph.D.

Nursing

This 35-credit program prepares nurse scholars and researchers capable of advancing nursing knowledge through the development and testing of nursing theory and the conduct of research in clinical practice.

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Classes Offered

  • Nursing Education Center (Providence)
  • Days and Evenings

Time to Completion

  • Full-time: 3 years
  • Part-time: 4-5 years

Entry Term

Fall

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