PHD in NURSING
TRANSFORM THE FUTURE AS A NURSE SCIENTIST
We prepare diverse nurse scientists to conduct and disseminate independent research focused on improving health outcomes of people from underserved populations. Our graduates are academic and/or clinical nurse scientists, researchers, and leaders in health care systems, universities, and professional/governmental organizations.
CURRICULUM
Our program requires a minimum of 45 credits plus a dissertation (estimated program completion 4-5 years). Small cohort classes meet on campus one day per week. The cohort approach fosters collegial support throughout the research process. Coursework focuses on scientific inquiry, teaching/learning, research design, methods, grant writing, and statistics. Each student completes a clinical research practicum and dissertation development seminars.
OUR MISSION OF OPPORTUNITAS: EMBRACING THE FUTURE
Pace University imparts to our graduate students a deep knowledge of their discipline and connection to its community. This unique approach has been firmly rooted since our founding and is essential to preparing our graduates to be innovative thinkers who will make positive contributions to the world of the future.
The PhD program at Pace afforded me the opportunity to finally complete a longstanding professional goal while working full-time as a director of nursing.
My Pace journey in the PhD program has empowered me to challenge traditional and existing practices and seek new problem-solving approaches using different schools of thought.
Earning a PhD in Nursing at Pace granted me many benefits, including networking, exploring new areas of research, publishing, and presenting at local and national conferences.
The mentorship relationships with the PhD faculty were strong and life-long and the benefit of those relationships tremendously influenced my future in nursing research.
- Chava Pollack ‘21
INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION AND CONTINUOUS SUPPORT
Students receive a mentor and a dissertation advisor from the dedicated PhD faculty who guide their progress during the program through completion of the dissertation.
RESEARCH ENGAGEMENT
Students develop their research proposal and dissertation topic based upon their own area of interest and clinical expertise. Real-world research skills are honed through a one-to-one practicum guided by a preceptor. Collaborative opportunities with University and/or clinical partners.
DEDICATED FACULTY
Courses are taught by full-time PhD faculty with established programs of funded research grounded in current clinical practice.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Available for qualified applicants: internal and external grants, graduate assistant, and adjunct faculty positions.
NURSE FACULTY LOAN PROGRAM
The Lienhard School of Nursing PhD Department is a recipient of funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to participate in the Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NFLP). NFLP seeks to increase the number of nursing faculty nationwide. In exchange for completion of up to four years of post-graduation, full-time nurse faculty employment in an accredited school of nursing, graduates receive cancellation of up to 85 percent of the original student loan amount, plus interest.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
• Completed bachelor and master’s degrees (at least one of which must be in nursing)
• Current active RN licensure
• Transcripts from all postsecondary institutions attended
48% Pace graduate students identify as BIPOC
• Resume and statement of career/research goals
• Interview with PhD in Nursing Admission Committee
• Note: GRE is not required
The purpose of our program is to prepare nurses who will be scientists, leaders, and educators. Each graduate is ready to conduct research, discover new knowledge that will impact patient care, and become a steward of the profession.
- Sharon Wexler, PhD, RN, Program ChairTop 6% Best Nursing Schools in the Nation nursingschoolsalmanac.com
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861 Bedford Road
Harriet R. Feldman Center Pleasantville, NY 10570