Ragan N. Johnson, DNP, MSN, APRN-BC, joined DUSON’s faculty on July 1, 2017. Dr. Johnson is a faculty member for DUSON's VA Nursing Academic Partnerships in Graduate Education Program and supports the development of veteran centric content and clinical education in the Adult-Gerontology Primary…
Dr. Kathryn Evans Kreider joined the School of Nursing faculty in July, 2014. She graduated from Samford University with a BS in psychology in 2004, and earned her BSN (2005) and MSN (2007) at University of Florida. She completed her DNP at the Duke University School of Nursing in 2013, and her…
Dr. Blanca (Iris) Padilla joined the Duke University School of Nursing in May, 2014. She came to Duke from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, where she taught in the MSN and DNP programs. She also served as one of the first clinic preceptors for the Vanderbilt Program in Interprofessional…
Dr. Schenita Randolph joined the DUSON faculty in July, 2015. She holds a BSN from North Carolina A&T State University, an MPH from UNC-Chapel Hill, and a PhD in Public Health with a focus on Community Health Education from Walden University. She is credentialed as a Certified Nurse Educator by…
Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) and The Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery at King’s College London have partnered to foster the promotion of research and greater inform the practice of professional nursing and midwifery.
“Overall, Duke Health has a goal to connect…
It’s been more than a year since the Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) Center for Nursing Research implemented a new structure and launched Research Areas of Excellence: Precision Health, Population Health and Chronic Illness, Clinical Innovation and Methods and Analytics. …
Duke University School of Nursing’s Master of Science in Nursing Program is now accepting applications for its new psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) program. The program will be directed by Pamela Wall, PhD, RN, PMHNP-BC, FAANP, assistant professor for the Duke…
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Duke Nursing Magazine
Duke Nursing Magazine is published by Duke University School of Nursing and serves as a vibrant platform for nursing professionals, faculty, staff, students, and alumni. Each issue is a rich…
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The School of Nursing encourages students to explore their unique interests in community organizations, fostering supportive academic and co-curricular learning experiences. There are many opportunities to get involved in the DUSON community. Learn more about the …
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At Duke School of Nursing, your success and well-being are our top priorities, which is why we offer comprehensive student support and resources tailored to diverse needs. Whether you’re…
The Duke Advancement of Nursing, Center of Excellence (DANCE) is a unique collaboration between nurses in the Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) and the Duke University Health System (DUHS).
The collaboration leverages…
2024
Sang Suk Kim, PhD, MSN, RN
Home Institution: Red Cross College of Nursing, Chung-Ang University
Time at DUSON: May 2024 to Aug 2024
Research: Nurse educators' perception of AI usage in nursing education.…
Time at DUSON: May 2024 to Aug 2024
Research: Nurse educators' perception of AI usage in nursing education.…
Deadlines
The U.S. Visa process for J-1/J-2 visitors can take up to five months from the time the scholar submits the application for the program. No scholars shall arrive during the month of December. To allow adequate time for Visa processing, the following deadlines apply…
International Visiting Scholars
The Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) International Visiting Scholars Program offers mentored experiences to foreign nationals at the pre-doctoral stage of professional development and to doctoral-prepared (PhD or an equivalent) researchers…
Medical Spanish
Spanish language courses are offered via Academic Affairs in fulfillment of the new language elective in the ABSN program. Students in the language track take four progressive levels of Spanish. Classes are also open to graduate students. Students are enjoying an…
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Our partnerships in Africa, the Caribbean, Central America and South East Asia provides our students with diverse opportunities.
Opportunities for MSN Majors
MSN Clinical Majors and Specialties
MSN students completing a nurse practitioner degree can expand their…
Post-Graduate Certificate
Our Post-Graduate Certificate program provides opportunities for students who already have a master's degree to gain specialized knowledge within any of the majors we offer. The program is open to registered nurses who possess a master's degree from an ACEN- or CCNE-…
Non-degree Enrollment Options
For individuals wishing to take classes for personal or professional enrichment, the non-degree enrollment option provides an opportunity to enroll in courses without being formally admitted to the Duke University School of Nursing. The non-degree enrollment option is…
PhD Admissions
Admission Requirements
A baccalaureate or master’s degree in nursing from a U.S. program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or an international program with commensurate standards is…
PhD Curriculum
Coursework Requirements For All PhD Students
The PhD Program in Nursing requires a minimum of 52 credit hours of coursework before the dissertation. The Plan of Studies below illustrates the scheduling of the required coursework.
PhD coursework is structured with a substantial…
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Master of Science in Nursing Admissions
Your Guide Through the MSN Application Process and Beyond
By considering the Master of…
MSN Tuition & Fees
MSN Tuition Rates:
2025-2026 Academic Year: $2,250 Per Credit Hour
Average Fully Enrolled Tuition: $15,750 Per Semester 2024-2025 Academic Year: $2,166 Per…
Average Fully Enrolled Tuition: $15,750 Per Semester 2024-2025 Academic Year: $2,166 Per…
MSN Financial Aid & Scholarships
Thank you for your interest in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program here at the Duke University School of Nursing! Financing a graduate education can be a challenge and the school itself has limited financial aid sources. Most graduate students use…