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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-MS PhD program are required to have a baccalaureate in nursing from an accredited program, (NLNAC or CCNE) and a master's degree in a health related field or a master of science in nursing, a grade point average of at least 3.5 (A=4.0), and qualification for licensure to practice as an RN in their state of residence. Applicants are also required to show evidence of potential scholarship through submission of one example of previous scholarly work, such as a published article, thesis, or written innovation. Students must submit a Curriculum Vita, and 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. Applicants with competitive applications will have interviews with two nursing faculty. Faculty will initiate the interview by phone or emails. Detailed information about the application 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 provided via email once an application has been submitted. Applicants are required to submit official, degree-bearing transcripts and all materials must be recieved by the application deadlines listed below. These forms are available in PDF format within the application and are also sent through email one an application is submitted.
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.
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| Term |
Status |
Campus |
Accepting Applications |
Available |
| Fall 2012 |
Full Time |
Online |
July 1, 2011 - Mar 1, 2012 |
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| Fall 2012 |
Part Time |
Online |
July 1, 2011 - Mar 1, 2012 |
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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.
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Modified:
June 10, 2011