PhD in Nursing Science Program
Welcome to the Vanderbilt School of Nursing
We're excited you are considering our online/distance nursing doctoral program designed to prepare scholars for research and academic careers in public or private sectors of health care. Graduates of our program conduct and disseminate research that responds to regional, national, and international priorities. Our faculty is committed to preparing nurse scholars who can lead the nation in extending the body of nursing knowledge.
We provide a collegial and supportive environment with close faculty interaction. Our atmosphere is unique, stimulating and includes rich mentoring experiences. We encourage you to take the time to learn more about our program, faculty, and the many resources Vanderbilt has to offer.
We deliver a PhD degree that meets The Indicators of Quality in Research-Focused Doctoral Programs in Nursing published by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN).

