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…
DNP-PhD Comparison
The DNP degree is a practice doctorate. The PhD is a research doctorate. Graduates of PhD programs are prepared to conduct independent research and disseminate their findings. The DNP will provide graduates with the skills and tools necessary to assess the evidence gained…
DNP Tuition & Fees
DNP Tuition Rates:
2025-2026 Academic Year: $2,250 Per Credit Hour
Average DNP Tuition: $16,440 Per Semester
Average Nurse Anesthesia Tuition: $35,230 Per Semester 2024-…
Average DNP Tuition: $16,440 Per Semester
Average Nurse Anesthesia Tuition: $35,230 Per Semester 2024-…
DNP Curriculum & Course Faculty
Our DNP program has a rich curriculum that includes courses taught by leading faculty. In addition, students are required to complete a scholarly DNP project, four semesters long, designed to address a practice issue affecting groups of patients, health…
Master of Nursing (MN) Admissions
The Master of Nursing program at Duke University School of Nursing is a direct-entry pathway for individuals with non-nursing bachelor’s degrees who want to enter the nursing profession. The full graduate admissions process for our MN program is outlined below,…
ABSN Tuition & Fees
Tuition Rates:
2025-2026 Academic Year: $27,397 Per Semester
Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 | Summer 2026 2024-2025 Academic Year: $26,369 Per Semester…
Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 | Summer 2026 2024-2025 Academic Year: $26,369 Per Semester…
ABSN Financial Aid
It is not too late to submit the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to receive federal loan funding. The FAFSA must be completed a certain way, so follow the instructions below to avoid processing delays:
School code: 002920…
Continuing Education & Specialized Programs
Welcome to Duke University School of Nursing’s Continuing Education and Professional Development Resource Center. We invite you to discover how you can learn from our world-renowned faculty and take advantage of the state-of-the-art Duke School of…
Requirements for International Applicants
If you are applying for admission to the ABSN, MSN, DNP or certificate programs, the information below applies to you. Applicants for the PhD program should refer to the information provided by the Graduate School.
In…
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Patients 60 years of age and older are often readmitted into an acute care hospital within 30 days of discharge. These readmissions can be costly for the patient and the facility. According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, nearly one in five of all hospital patients covered by…
After a successful fiscal year, the Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) Business Development Office (BDO) will award four one-time $10,000 merit-based scholarships to DUSON students who will begin classes this fall. The scholarships will be awarded to students in the Accelerated…
The Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program launches the new DNP Executive Leadership Specialty beginning in fall 2017. The specialty provides seasoned nurse leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to lead complex and changing…
After accepting its first students in 2015, the Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) celebrates the first graduates of the only Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) Program in North Carolina. The program is offered as both a major in the Master of Science in Nursing Program and a…
Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) and the Duke University Health System (DUHS) launched the Duke Advancement of Nursing, Center of Excellence (DANCE) in a unique collaboration to promote personal professional advancement and lifelong learning for all nurses and nursing students.…