DNP to PhD Program

Admission Criteria

• DNP degree from an approved, accredited school
• Graduate grade-point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
• Completion of the University Application for the Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Program
• One official transcript from each college or university attended
• Three professional recommendations (including two from nurses with doctoral degrees)
• An example of scholarly writing (thesis, article, paper)
• Basic computer literacy
• Resume
• Interview
• GRE general test is recommended but not required
• International applicants must meet additional requirements for admission http://www.sandiego.edu/admissions/graduate/international/

The priority application deadline is January 15 for Fall Entrance. All materials must be received by the priority deadline to receive priority consideration.

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