Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
Established in 2005, the Doctor of Philosophy in nursing prepares scientists to assume roles as healthcare researchers, faculty and healthcare administrators with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention in underserved and rural populations.
The Ph.D. program educates scientists in academic, research, practice and policy roles to address healthcare issues in urban, rural, frontier and reservation areas. The program is open to nurses and non-nurses who seek skills in research contributing to nursing and interdisciplinary science.
- Health promotion and disease prevention in underserved and rural populations
- Health outcomes
- Nursing education
All emphases are available on a part-time basis (the length of which is determined on an individual basis). Course schedules are flexible so students can complete the online program while maintaining employment and schedule learning activities and projects around their life rather than planning life around school.
Course schedule will include fall, spring and summer requirements. We offer options for applicants with a bachelor's or master's degree.
As reported by American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, 2023-24
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program and postgraduate advanced practice registered nurse certificate program at South Dakota State University is accredited by the .
