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Advance the theoretical foundation of nursing practice and healthcare delivery with a Johns Hopkins PhD in nursing. This program will provide you with the knowledge and skills in theoretical, methodological, and analytical approaches that will enable you to conduct research to discover and apply knowledge in nursing science and health care. Most full-time Johns Hopkins Nursing PhD students receive 100% tuition funding and guaranteed compensation for the first four years of study.
The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing specializes in eight Areas of Expertise . With access to world-renowned nursing faculty in these specialties, cutting-edge facilities, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration with noted researchers throughout Johns Hopkins University, you’ll build the skills to develop and implement a scientific research program and launch your career. By graduation, most Hopkins nurse scholars have been awarded grants that continue their research and set them well on their way to a successful career.
A DNP Advanced Practice/PHD dual degree is also offered for students who wish to function at the highest level of nursing practice with focuses on both clinical practice and research.
Program Details
Tuition & fees.
Most full-time Johns Hopkins Nursing PhD students receive 100% tuition funding and guaranteed compensation for the first four years of study. Estimated Tuition Cost: $2,430 per credit See Cost of Attendance Details Financial Aid: There are numerous options for financing your education including grants, scholarships, and federal loans. Learn more.
Upcoming Application Deadlines
Fall entry: November 15
Requirements
Admission criteria.
Graduate of an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s in Nursing Program ( if applicable. Applicants holding a degree in a non-nursing related discipline will be considered on an individual basis)
A written statement of research goals including reason for interest in Johns Hopkins
Research interests that match faculty expertise and School resources
GRE scores are accepted but not required
A minimum scholastic GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Interview with faculty (if moved forward by admissions committee)
Writing sample (publication or graded paper)
Resume or curriculum vitae
Three letters of recommendation (two academic, one professional)*
Official Transcripts (from all previous colleges/universities)
TOEFL or IELTS if English is not your native language
Information for applicants with international education
Prerequisites
No prerequisite courses.
*References should be recent, written for the purpose of your application to this program and from professors who know you as a student or employers who know you as a professional in a job setting preferably in a supervisory role. Personal references from colleagues, friends, or family members do not meet the requirement. For PhD applicants, it is strongly preferred that a least one of your recommenders holds a PhD.
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Each student completes a core curriculum and works closely with faculty advisors to complete an individualized course of study that fulfills the student’s goals and develops the basis for a program of research.
Full Curriculum
Philosophical Perspectives in Health
Scientific Perspectives in Nursing
Quantitative Research Design and Methods
Qualitative Research Design and Methods
Mixed Methods Research Design
Grant Writing Seminar
Measurement in Health Care Research
Responsibilities and Activities of the Nurse Scientist
Statistical Methods in Public Health I
Statistical Methods in Public Health II
Statistical Methods in Public Health III
Theory and Concepts of Health Behavior
Symptom Evaluation and Management
Special Topics in Violence Research
Advanced Nursing Health Policy
Stress and Stress Response
The Evolving Roles of the Nurse Educator (online)
Statistical Methods in Public Health IV
Writing for Publication (online)
Advanced Seminar in Translational Research
International Health Systems and Research 3
Current Issues and Trends in Cardiovascular Health Promotion Research
Critical Applications of Advanced Statistical Models
Technology and eTools to Conduct, Facilitate, Implement and Manage Research (online)
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Dissertation Seminar
Dissertation
Sample Course of Study
Statistical Methods in Public Health I & II
Research Residency – 15 hours per week
Comprehensive Examination
Dissertation Seminar*
Dissertation*
Electives (10 credits)
Research Residency – 20 hours per week
Teaching Residency – 10 hours per week
Activities and Responsibilities of the Nurse Scientist
Electives (9 credits)
Preparation for Doctor of Philosophy Board Examination
*PhD students having successfully completed the written Comprehensive Examination must be registered for at least three credits consisting of two credits dissertation advisement plus one credit dissertation seminar each semester they are progressing toward the degree. *Part-time students who have completed the Comprehensive Examination must register for two credits dissertation advisement plus one credit dissertation seminar each semester they are progressing toward the degree after completing half (10) the required elective credits. *Up to a maximum of 6 credits can be transferred into the PhD Program. ** Per Doctor of Philosophy Board policy, students must either be registered during fall and spring semesters, or be on an approved leave of absence. ***Transfer of credit is granted on an individual basis. Please see the transfer of credit policy and ** complete the form to make a request.
“Prior to joining the PhD program, I felt like I was spinning my wheels. Now I feel empowered to advocate for what I know will help patients and have the tools and soon will have the credentials to do that.” Emily Hoppe, MS, BSN, RN
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Loans: Many students will avail themselves of loans to help finance their School of Nursing education. If necessary, we encourage you to borrow only what is absolutely essential to cover your educational costs. Learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
The research area in an admission application should be well-defined but not overly rigid. Candidates should demonstrate a clear focus within their field of interest, outlining specific research questions or problems they aim to address. The proposal should show a solid understanding of current literature and gaps in knowledge, indicating how their research could contribute to the field. While applicants may have a general idea of their methodology and potential outcomes, there should be room for refinement and adaptation as they progress in their studies. The research area should align with the program’s strengths and faculty expertise. Overall, the essay should reflect the applicant’s understanding of the issue, and critical thinking skills, and potential for conducting meaningful research, while still allowing for guidance and development throughout the program.
Although contacting a faculty member in your research area is not required, it is an opportunity to become familiar with researchers in your area of interest and to ask questions not addressed on the school’s website. While it can be helpful to have a direct match, students often have great success in the program when a piece of the research overlaps with the advisor. If there is a particular faculty member whose work interests you, you may discuss this as part of your application essay. The best place to start is with the PhD Assistant Director of Recruitment , Laura Panozzo at [email protected] and with a review of our most recent PhD virtual information session at https://nursing.jhu.edu/admissions/index.html .
Once you are admitted to the PhD program and decide to matriculate, the PhD Admissions Committee determines who will be your advisor(s). Generally, one advisor is selected, but in some instances-depending on your research area-two advisors are assigned, one of them serving as the primary advisor and the second serving as a co-advisor. One of the faculty would be your primary advisor and the second would serve as a co-advisor. We try to match students with faculty members who have similar research interests.
The PhD program prepares the nurse scholar to develop and conduct scientific research that advances the theoretical foundation of nursing practice and healthcare delivery. The program is designed to prepare nurses for careers as research scientists, often in academic or governmental positions.
The DNP program prepares nurse leaders for evidence-based practice in both direct patient care and executive roles. View Comparison Chart
View information about a unique opportunity to earn a dual-degree DNP/PhD.
The time needed to complete the program varies, depending on how fast you progress. Some students in our program finish their degree in three years, others take four years or longer.
Students whose native language is not English are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Johns Hopkins School of Nursing requires a minimum TOEFL-IBT score of 100 to be eligible for admission. More
The PhD program has a Biostatistics heavy curriculum so previous coursework in Biostatistics is helpful. We encourage students that have not had previous coursework in this area, or have not taken the coursework in the past five years, to look for ways to strengthen that knowledge base before matriculating into the program. Please reach out to Laura Panozzo, Assistant Director of Recruitment, at [email protected] for a list of resources to help you prepare while applying and before matriculating into the program.
GRE scores are accepted but not required.
The PhD program is a full time, onsite program only.
Students should expect to spend 15 hours a week on campus on their funded research residency in collaboration with their faculty advisor for all three years that they receive full funding. Students should expect to spend an additional 15-20 hours per week on coursework.
Coursework completed outside the United States must be evaluated and translated into US equivalencies. Official transcript evaluations must be submitted as part of the application process, and applications will not be considered complete until all evaluations for any work completed outside the United States are received. The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing recommends WES-ICAP .
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Doctor of Public Health
Learn to translate knowledge into powerful results as the leader of a public health organization.
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The Harvard Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) will prepare you for high-level leadership to make a difference in the fields of public health and health care. This first-of-its-kind, multidisciplinary degree provides advanced education in public health along with mastery of skills in management, leadership, communications, and innovation thinking. This is accomplished within a highly collaborative, small-group learning environment. The DrPH Program is a three-year program (with an option to extend to a fourth year) and during this time, students will learn how to address complex problems of public health policy and use advanced analytical and managerial tools to lead organizational and societal change. You will learn the scholarship of translation, assembling scientific evidence and using it to achieve real results in the field. Also, you will gain hands-on experience working to achieve a specific public health objective under the guidance of Harvard’s world-renowned faculty.
The Harvard DrPH is planned as a 3-year academic program (with an option to extend to a fourth year). The first two years of the Harvard DrPH involve full-time, on-campus study as part of a collaborative cohort of approximately 9 – 15 students. The academic training will cover the biological, social, and economic foundations of public health, as well as essential statistical, quantitative, and methodological skills you will need to address today’s complex public health challenges, which rarely fall within neat disciplinary boundaries. You will also shape an individualized course of study in your second year by selecting courses to deepen specific areas of expertise and build skills that you will apply during your third year capstone project.
The DrPH Doctoral Project is the culminating experience of the Harvard DrPH degree program, and the primary locus of the knowledge translation elements of the degree. The pedagogical intent behind the Doctoral Project’s design is to provide an opportunity for the DrPH degree candidate to practice and develop personal leadership skills while engaging in a project that contributes substantively to advances in public health or healthcare.
The optional fourth year are for students who need more time to complete their Doctoral Project.
Your Future
As a Harvard DrPH graduate, you will be ready to lead. You will be equipped with experience gained through real-world case work and field work conducted at a variety of organizations. You will have the skills to possibly start new organizations or work from within to change existing ones. You will know how to translate public health research into effective policies, programs, and initiatives that dramatically improve individual and population health. You will be comfortable in a leadership role and confident in your public health expertise. And whether you choose to pursue a career in a nongovernmental organization, health ministry, government agency, health care provider, start-up, or more established private sector business, you will be prepared to make a difference.
If you aspire to a leadership position in public health—whether at a health ministry, government agency, consulting firm, health-related start-up, established corporation, nongovernmental organization, or international organization—the Harvard DrPH will equip you to meet your goals.
Our Community
As a DrPH student, you will work closely with Harvard’s renowned faculty through rigorous case discussions, simulations, and field experiences in a variety of major public health organizations. You will also collaborate with passionate, highly skilled classmates who bring diverse talents, backgrounds, and creative problem-solving skills to the classroom. The rich relationships you establish during this experience will become lasting sources of collaboration and support, along with the global network you will gain as a member of the Harvard alumni community.
Who Should Apply?
All candidates for admission to the Harvard DrPH should have, at a minimum:
- A master’s OR doctoral degree in the health sciences or in another related field or non-US equivalent.
- At least six years of full-time public health and/or public service experience in a relevant discipline . Advanced degrees will not be considered in lieu of work experience as coursework will build directly on professional skills and experiences.
- Prior coursework in public health-related methods and in specific technical areas of public health is also beneficial.
Beyond the formal qualifications, we seek top applicants who demonstrate an appetite and vision to effect change, displaying the energy and creativity to have already moved along that path early in their careers. We also explicitly seek to admit students with interest and experience across a broad cross-section of public and private areas of public health and health care locally, nationally, and internationally.
All students admitted to the DrPH program, including international students, should complete the financial aid application process . For admitted students with financial need, 50% tuition scholarships are offered for the first two years of the program.
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Translate public health knowledge into positive change
As a public health doctoral student at Oregon State, you’ll work with faculty committed to health and well-being for all people. You’ll also have access to research and teaching opportunities and will benefit from an accredited program with a strong history of funding students.
With a PhD in public health, you’ll be prepared for a career in research, university teaching, policy analysis and development, or high-level public health positions.
Oregon State University is the only institution in the state of Oregon that offers a PhD in public health.
Choose your doctor of public health concentration
The College of Health offers a PhD in public health with concentrations in:
- Environmental and occupational health
- Epidemiology
- Global health
- Health policy
- Health promotion and health behavior
Public health doctoral curriculum
The public health PhD program consists of a minimum of 109 credit hours, including at least 36 graduate credits devoted to preparation of your thesis.
You’ll take courses in research methods and statistics, proposal/grant writing and in your area of concentration.
You and your doctoral committee jointly determine your specific program of doctoral study. This process allows you to design a course of study uniquely suited to your career goals.
Funding your PhD in public health
Most of our public health doctoral students are funded through teaching or graduate research assistantships, which include tuition remission and a stipend. Others are funded through scholarships and fellowships.
Find out more about funding opportunities at Fellowships and Awards and the OSU Grad School .
Estimated costs
The Public Health PhD program is a 109-credit program that can be completed within 4-5 years on a full-time credit load (except for summer).
The estimated costs for the program are broken down as follows:
Resident costs for years 1-3
$15,795 per year
Resident Tuition ($13,446) + Fees ($2,349)
Each additional year after 3
$6,832 per year
Resident Tuition ($4,482) + Fees ($2,349)
Non-resident costs for years 1-3
$31,698 per year
Non-resident Tuition ($29,349) + Fees ($2,349)
$12,132 per year
Non-resident Tuition ($9,783) + Fees ($2,349)
Tuition and fees estimates were calculated using the 23-24 academic year tuition and fees tables in combination with the tuition calculator . Please note, tuition and fees can change for the 24-25 academic year.
Accreditation
Our BS, MPH and PhD Public Health programs are accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. This distinction ensures your education meets the nationally-agreed-upon standards developed by public health academics and practitioners.
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The Harvard PhD in Health Policy, awarded by the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, is a collaborative program among six Harvard University faculties: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Harvard Business School, Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard Law School, Harvard Medical School, and Harvard School of Public Health.
While the program is interdisciplinary in nature, students specialize in one of six concentrations: decision sciences, economics, ethics, methods for policy research, management, or political analysis. Approximately 125 faculty members from schools within the University are involved with the program, and students are free to take classes throughout the University. A hallmark of the program is the accessibility of faculty members to students and the commitment of faculty to students enrolled in the program.
The program started in 1992. We now have over 200 graduates, with 65 students currently enrolled.
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“ No other institution but HBS could have given me the same level of access to resources that span business, health policy, and medicine. ”
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Current health policy (management) students.
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- Olivia Zhao
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- Marco Iansiti
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Emilie aguirre, 2021, michael anne kyle, 2021, a jay holmgren, 2021, lauren taylor, 2020, olivia jung, 2021, philip saynisch, 2019.
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