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Overview Key FeaturesThe Nursing program from University of Missouri–St. Louis is dedicated to the advancement of the knowledge and science of nursing, the stewardship of the profession, and educating new nurse researchers. We are glad of your interest in the PhD Program. The goals of our collaborative time together are to: Develop expertise and knowledge to establish a program of research and scholarship.Translate nursing research into practice and policy to improve health and healthcare systems.Provide leadership to effect change in healthcare practice, policy, and education issues by collaboration and partnerships.Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.Improve the healthcare quality of life, individuals/families/communities regionally, nationally and internationally.At UMSL College of Nursing’s PhD program, we transform lives. Faculty will assist you to accomplish the following:PublishingPresentingAnalyzing information and research methodsSynthesizing theories from nursing, natural, or behavioral sciences for applicationSynthesizing published researchConducting one in-depth research study, the dissertationIn summary, the PhD curriculum is fully online (95% asynchronous and 5% synchronous) in nursing science, theory, research, statistics, and cognates that may be taken throughout the University of Missouri system. Some courses also have a face-to-face option for international students and other students with special needs. The PhD culminates in the student’s design, implementation, and completion of dissertation research under supervision of the graduate faculty. Dissertations demonstrate scientific competencies and a contribution to the discipline and practice of nursing.

The Nursing program from University of Missouri–St. Louis is designed for students seeking a traditional research doctorate with the desire to master both the broad discipline of nursing as well as the depth of a specific area of study.

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Health SciencesNursingHealth Management

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1Provide official transcripts from all previous institutionsHave graduated from a nationally accredited baccalaureate or master's nursing program with a 3.25 minimum GPA (4.0 scale)Obtain two letters of reference focusing on past academic achievement or capacity to accomplish future research or scholarship

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University of Missouri St. Louis