PhD in Nursing Admissions
The admission process for the PhD Nursing Program at the University of Hawaii requires multiple steps. Included in this section are requirements for admission, along with access to various application forms, processes, and frequently asked questions by students.
Requirements
- PhD Applicants are expected to have:
- Preferred Educational Qualifications:
RN License and Master of Science in Nursing from an NLNAC or CCNE accreditied program (not applicable for international students) - Minimum Educational Qualifications:
RN License, Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an NLNAC or CCNE accredited program (not applicable for international students), and Masters Degree in a related health field. - GPA of 3.0 or above
- Hawaii (OR CURRENT STATE OF RESIDENCE) Board of Nursing license or application for license.
- TOEFL of 580 or above (for international students)
Deadline
All materials must be received by Feb 1st in anticipation to begin coursework in the Fall semester of the year applying.
Application Process
Graduate Division Materials to Submit
Visit the Graduate Division Admissions website for additional infomation. Submitt all graduate division materials to the graduate division office.
School of Nursing and Dental Hygine Materials to Submit
- Current CV with a list of three professional references
- Copy of current State Board of Nursing license or application for license.
- Statement of Objectives
- Scholarly paper*
*Please send an electronic copy in the PDF file format to the Office of Student Services to the following email izumoto@hawaii.edu
Submit all other School of Nursing related materials to the following address:
School of Nursing & Dental Hygiene
Office of Student Services
2528 The Mall, Webster 201
Honolulu, HI 96822
Frequently Asked Questions
"What happens once I've submitted all application materials?"
Potential candidates will be contacted by the program to schedule an interview with a faculty member to identify research topics and potential compatibility with a graduate faculty member.
"I've missed the application deadline...now what?"
You have the option of filing a UH Common Application to become an unclassified graduate student and take selected graduate courses with permission within the time limits.
"What kind of options are available to me as an unclassified graduate student?"
You may, (with permission of the faculty) take non-clinical courses in the graduate nursing curriculum.
"What restrictions are there about the number of credits I may take?"
First, you need to realize that taking credits as an unclassified student does not guarantee admission to the Master's program. If you are admitted to the program you may petition to transfer in up to 12 credits of unclassified course work.
"How do I become an unclassified graduate student?"
Request a UH Common Application form available from the School of Nursing's Office of Student Services (808-956-8939) OR the Office of Admissions & Records (808-956-8975). The deadlines for filing are usually around May 1 for Fall semester admission, and November 1 for Spring semester admission. These deadlines are sometimes extended so verify the date when requesting the application. You will need to provide transcripts of your undergraduate degree to have unclassified graduate status. Once you have been accepted as an unclassified student, if you take courses each semester, you do not need to reapply for admission each semester.
"How do I enroll in the nursing courses?"
You can request a schedule of nursing courses for the upcoming semester from the Office of Student Services and select a course that is appropriate (call the Office of Student Services if you need some advising in this matter.) Sometime before the registration period for unclassified students, call the Office of Student Services (956-8939) to request a registration approval code. The approval code allows you to register using the registration PA'E system.
"How do I enroll in the nursing courses?"
You can request a schedule of nursing courses for the upcoming semester from the Office of Student Services and select a course that is appropriate (call the Office of Student Services if you need some advising in this matter.) Sometime before the registration period for unclassified students, call the Office of Student Services (956-8939) to request a registration approval code. The approval code allows you to register using the registration PA'E system.
"Is the GRE required?"
If you have a masters degree, no GRE is required.
"What computer equipment do I need to be an online student?"
A high speed Internet connection is highly recommended. Students living in rural areas with low bandwidth constraints will be accommodated. Students will also need to purchase a headset (microphone-headphone combo). Click here to view an example.
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