Graduate Program

Doctor of Nursing Science with Academic Emphasis

DNSc with Academic Emphasis Track

The doctoral program is offered asynchronously 100% online with no requirements for on-campus visits.

Earn your doctoral degree on your schedule. The flexible program allows students to continue working within their careers without missing time from work.

The online Doctor of Nursing Science (DNSc) program is designed to prepare nurses with advanced research skills to deliver evidence-based patient care. The program will equip graduates with a scientific knowledge base to develop in scholarship, clinical leadership and organizational skills.  The Academic Emphasis allows graduates the ability to seek employment within the following areas:

  • Educator in higher education
  • Administrator (clinical or in higher education)
  • Clinical researcher

Course Curriculum

Core

Academic Emphasis Track