• • Application to the Graduate School of the University, which includes transcripts of all prior academic work.
  • A degree in nursing.
  • A master's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Eligibility for a Connecticut RN license.
  • A cumulative master's grade point average of 3.25 or higher.
  • A "B" or better in graduate-level statistics.
  • A "B" or better in a graduate-level health policy course, or documented comparable experience.
  • If English is not your native language, TOEFL scores of 79 or greater cumulative and a minimum of 22 in speaking, 6.5 or higher on the IELTS test, 53 or higher on the PTE test, or a 100 or greater on the Duolingo test.
  • Submission of 3 recommendation letters. The School of Nursing PhD Admissions committee prefers that all 3 references be academic; however, at least 2 of the 3 references must be academic. Academic references, written by current or former professors, focus on the applicant’s academic ability, areas of strength, and suitability for the rigor of a PhD program of study. At least 1 of these academic references must be written by a professor at the school the applicant last attended.
  • An interview with UConn School of Nursing faculty.
  • A personal statement addressing candidate’s accomplishments, goals research interests, commitment, leadership, practice, professional involvement, and time-frame for degree completion. Be sure to indicate why you wish to study at UConn.
    
  • An essay describing what the candidate is interested in studying during their Ph.D. course of study and with whom this particular area of study fits, given the expertise of our research faculty at UConn School of Nursing.
  • Select potential advisor from the School of Nursing Graduate Faculty Directory

Begin your Application

• • Application to The Graduate School of the University, which includes transcripts of all prior academic work.
  • Eligibility for a Connecticut RN license.
  • A cumulative undergraduate minimum GPA of 3.25.
  • Submission of 3 recommendation letters. The School of Nursing PhD Admissions committee prefers that all 3 references be academic; however, at least 2 of the 3 references must be academic. Academic references, written by current or former professors, focus on the applicant’s academic ability, areas of strength, and suitability for the rigor of a PhD program of study. At least 1 of these academic references must be written by a professor at the school the applicant last attended.
  • A personal statement addressing candidate’s accomplishments, goals research interests, commitment, leadership, practice, professional involvement, and time-frame for degree completion. Be sure to indicate why you wish to study at UConn.
  • Description of career and educational experiences that have formed a focus and expertise in a selected area of nursing, and how applicant sees this background as a foundation for developing a scholarly pathway.
  • An essay describing what the candidate is interested in studying during their Ph.D. course of study and with whom this particular area of study fits, given the expertise of our research faculty at UConn School of Nursing.
  • Submission of any published works or scholarly papers.
  • Select potential advisor from faculty directory.

Begin your Application