Ph.D. in Nursing Science - Vulnerable Populations & Healthcare Disparities - Fitzpatrick College

Academic Overview & Description

National League for Nursing Center of Excellence doctorate researching physiological stress pathways in chronic pediatric illnesses, maternal mortality disparities, and community-engaged health interventions.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Jonas Philanthropies Doctoral Fellowships $32,000/year plus full tuition remission

Tuition Rate

Covered by fellowship

Application Fee

$50

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

BSN or MSN degree with GPA 3.4+; active RN license

English Language

TOEFL 90+

Standardized Exam

GRE optional

Application Materials

Scholarly writing sample and statement of research focus

Letters of Recommendation

Three letters of recommendation

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult Villanova University's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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