Program Overview

Nursing PhD

School of Nursing

Program Description

The Nursing PhD program at the University at Buffalo prepares nurse scientists to generate new knowledge and theory, extend the evidence-base of nursing and other disciplines, and disseminate this knowledge in their roles as researchers, academics, and leaders, to affect change in policy, practice, and the profession of nursing. All doctoral classes are scheduled just two days per week, in order to accommodate the working student. The program is offered in a distance-accessible format using synchronously and asynchronously type format.

Program Requirements

• Post-BS to PhD: Refer to the Degree & Course Catalog for details.
• Post-MS to PhD: Refer to the Degree & Course Catalog for details.
• Post-DNP to PhD: Refer to the Degree & Course Catalog for details.

Program Metrics

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Instruction Method

• Online: 100 percent of the degree requirements can be fulfilled online.

Full/Part Time Options

• Full Time
• Part Time

Credits Required

• 36-79 Hours

Time-to-Degree

• 3 to 5+ Years

Application Fee

• $75

Accreditation

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).