PhD in Nursing
The online PhD program is designed to prepare visionary scholars who are capable of conducting clinical scholarship to improve the health of a diverse society and of teaching in nursing educational programs (especially those with minority student populations).
Courses are offered via the Internet (WebCT), email, list-serves, and other web based technology. Prior to the start of the first semester, a one week intensive meeting will be held for introductions, socialization into the profession, introduction to the courses, meetings with advisors and other professors, and to work out logistical issues. In addition, yearly on campus times are required for the dissertation proposal defense, to attend seminars, and for the final dissertation defense. The on-line program will allow you flexibility to accommodate course, work, and personal schedules.
This program is a part time four year track. The program requires 45 credits of post master's course work, plus dissertation. An outstanding faculty committed to research and education with a wide range of expertise will guide your study and research. You will also receive the support of individual academic advising to assist you as needed. You will be part of a cohort of students from many locations who share the same goals and who also serve as a support network.
Basic Admission requirements:
- Master degree with a major in nursing from an NLNAC or CCNE accredited program. Not applicable for international students. You may apply if you anticipate graduation from your master's program before enrollment in the doctoral program.
- Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher
- Registered Nurses (RN) license in state or country of residence
- Interview with PhD Faculty (after application is complete)
- Scholarly paper (pdf format required)
- References
Additional Questions
If you have considered getting your PhD in Nursing, this is an exciting opportunity to pursue your doctorate. For more information about the PhD program or questions please feel free to contact our staff.
Aeza Mae Bolo Hafalia
PhD Coordinator
(808) 956-8401
aeza@hawaii.edu
Sandra Ann LeVasseur, PhD
PhD Director
(808) 956-0894
sandraal@hawaii.edu.
For admission information contact our Graduate Advisor in Student Services:
Ray Jarman, PhD
(808) 956-8939
jarmanr@hawaii.edu.
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