About PhD Program,
The PhD in Nursing and Health Science program offers a rich and supportive learning environment for the next generation of nursing and health care scientists.
The PhD in Nursing & Health Science program at the University of Rochester sets itself apart by offering close mentorship from nationally-recognized faculty. Part-time study is an option for interested applicants, and course meetings times have been consolidated to two days per week, where possible, to accommodate other commitments. Plus, our collaborative learning environment is enriched by interaction with researchers across many disciplines — all of which allows you to learn how to make meaningful discoveries and innovations in a changing healthcare landscape.
As part of the University of Rochester Medical Center, the School of Nursing engages in groundbreaking interdisciplinary research through collaborative partnerships with nurses and other healthcare practitioners across the campus, region, and nation. The University of Rochester School of Nursing has a long history of research innovation and continues to pioneer new breakthroughs in:
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be eligible for the PhD in Nursing & Health Science program:
Master’s degree from an accredited school
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 from any graduate-level work
Clinical licensure in a health profession, such as nursing, social work, or similar clinical practice field
English language proficiency
Statistics course with a grade of C or above
PhD Funding Coverage,
PhD students at UR Nursing for the 2024-25 academic year. Reference Tuition Rate Schedule of Charges and your program’s degree plan to determine your estimated costs.
All full-time PhD students at the School of Nursing receive a full tuition waiver for up to 60 credits as well as health insurance coverage. The School of Nursing provides tuition awards for PhD and MS-PhD students for the required courses in both the master’s and PhD programs.
For more information, visit Tuition & Financial Support. Financial aid may be available to part-time students depending on credit load. Employees of the University of Rochester may also explore tuition benefits to support part-time study.
Application Requirement,
Explore general materials and requirements, and get a sense for the types of items you may need to collect and submit to complete your online application for any of our programs.
Official transcripts
Letters of recommendation
Current resume or CV
Short answer or essay responses
Writing sample
Professional goal statement
Exam scores
Certifications & licensures
Application Deadline,
Jan 15, 2025
Application Fee,
A non-refundable application fee of $50 (USD) is required for some programs when you submit your application. This fee is waived for University of Rochester alumni and other select student populations.
