Description
Completion of this degree offers opportunities in academic institutions, industry, government agencies and administrative positions for individuals who wish to pursue careers as independent researchers, educators, administrators or other positions requiring a terminal degree in Nursing.

More information about the curriculum and this research training program can be found at http://www.musc.edu/nursing/academics/phd/index.htm

Requirements
Applicants for the Post-BSN PhD program are required to have a baccalaureate in nursing from a program accredited by the NLNAC or CCNE, a grade point average of at least 3.5 (A=4.0), and qualification for licensure to practice as an RN in South Carolina. Applicants are also required to show evidence of potential scholarship with one of the following: one example of previous scholarly work, e.g., research report, published article, thesis, written innovation, submission of a Curriculm Vita, or written statement of career goals. Three College of Graduate Studies reference forms and letters of reference which address research and scholarly potential must be provided. After your application is complete, candidates will be required to have interviews with two nursing faculty. Additional information can be found at http://www.musc.edu/bulletin/gradstud/index.html.

International Applicants
Due to the distance-education nature of this program, MUSC is unable to issue- I-20 forms to allow students to obtain F-1 student visas. Only U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and those holding other valid U.S. visas will be accepted.

Application Process
In addition to the application itself the applicant must complete supplemental reference materials specific to the program to which they are applying. These forms are available in PDF format within the application and are also sent through email once an application is submitted. Applicants are required to submit official degree-bearing transcripts and all materials must be received by the application deadlines listed below.

To proceed to the next step in the online application you may review filing fees here and then choose a term below:

You must create a CollegeNet account before you apply.

Term Status Campus Accepting Applications Available   Fall 2012     Full Time     Online     July 1, 2011 - Mar 1, 2012     click to apply     Fall 2012     Part Time     Online     July 1, 2011 - Mar 1, 2012     click to apply

Extended filing period will be opened if space is available and will be closed when the program is full. Extended filing dates may change without notice.

Created: June 20, 2002 Modified: June 30, 2011