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 (MSN) Admissions
We are available to help you whether you are just beginning to consider the right university or already have a focused plan and are ready to apply.
For general inquires, please send an email to SONAdmissions@dm.duke.…
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…
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 Financial Aid & Scholarships
Thank you for your interest in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and the DNP-Nurse Anesthesia (NAP) programs here at the Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON)! Financing a graduate education can be a challenge and the school itself has limited financial…
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…
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I’m back at it again, this time I’m in Barbados to fulfill my clinical hours for my community and public health nursing course at Duke. I’m going to share some of the highlights of what I’ve learned about Barbados and their health care system on our first full day in the country. (I’…
Today we went on our first “real” adventure! Up to this point everything we have done outside of the compound has been scheduled; however, today we decided to let one of the doctors and his coworkers take us on a walk to see a clear view of Mt. Kilimanjaro. It is something we have all been wanting…
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…
Putting any aspect of this trip into words seems like an unrealistic task, but here I am giving it a try. After seven days, I am in love with Tanzania and the beautiful souls that fill this place. There is something so refreshing about being brought back to the simplicity of life where you are…
Wow, what an incredible day! Our group was picked up at 9 a.m. by our tour guide, Alpha, for a windshield survey of the area. We rode in 4-wheel drive vehicles, which was good because many of the roads were not paved, so it was a very bumpy ride at times! Our first stop was a hike with a beautiful…
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…