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College of Nursing

Ph.D. in Nursing

Designed to prepare nurse scholars for a lifetime of advanced research in clinical practice or academia, Seton Hall University's flagship Ph.D. in Nursing program is helping to shape the next generation of intellectual leadership in nursing. Through scholarly inquiry, graduates of the program will continue the pipeline of nurse scientists to advance knowledge in nursing education, clinical practice and administration. 

A 25% tuition discount is available for employees of Memorial Sloan Kettering, Atlantic Health and Valley Hospital.

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A Top-Ranked Graduate Nursing Program

Our newly revised, research-intensive and education-focused curriculum prepares nurse faculty and scientists while our distinguished faculty teach and mentor students.

Seton Hall's Ph.D. in Nursing program has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Best Graduate Nursing Programs”. 

A Flexible Experience

Students can pursue this degree through full- or part-time study. Participate in classes synchronously online or in person.

Carl KirtonCarl Kirton, D.N.P., M.B.A., R.N., ANP
Editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Nursing
Currently enrolled in the Ph.D. in Nursing program

"As a nurse leader in New Jersey healthcare, I knew that several of the major medical centers were led by Seton Hall nursing graduates, which speaks to its ability to grow and support future healthcare leaders."