Ph.D. in Nursing - Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing

Academic Overview & Description

Doctoral research degree preparing nurse-scientists to lead clinical trials, patient safety investigations, health disparities interventions, and nursing informatics.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Dean's Doctoral Fellowships $30,000/year plus full tuition

Tuition Rate

Covered by fellowship

Application Fee

$75

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

BSN or MSN degree with GPA 3.3+; valid RN license

English Language

TOEFL 85+

Standardized Exam

Not required

Application Materials

Statement of research interests and writing sample

Letters of Recommendation

Three letters from doctoral-prepared professionals

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult UMass Chan Medical School's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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