The purpose of the Georgia Baptist College of Nursing’s Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nursing program is to develop nurse scholars for careers in education, practice, and research. Graduates of the program will advance nursing knowledge, improve nursing practice, and be leaders in the profession. The College offers the following PhD tracks:
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Ph.D. in Nursing program will be able to:
- Develop expertise in an area of inquiry
- Make meaningful contributions to nursing knowledge through original research
- Advance the discipline of nursing through inter-, intra-, or trans-disciplinary research, teaching, mentorship, and/or service to the profession
- Demonstrate leadership within the evolving health care landscape of diversity, health equity, and inclusivity.
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Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
Program Options
Post-Master's Ph.D.
The Post-Master’s Ph.D. in Nursing is offered as a distance learning program. Admission and enrollment in distance learning programs depend on the state laws where the student resides.
B.S.N. to PH.D.
The Ph.D. in Nursing is offered as a distance learning program. Admission and enrollment in distance learning programs depend on the state laws where the student resides.
Jonas Scholars
The Jonas Nurse Scholars program supports educational development of new nursing faculty and stimulates models for joint faculty appointments between schools of nursing and clinical affiliates.
Graduate Statistics
Whether you want to enter one of our doctoral programs or attend another college, often a recent graduate-level statistics course is required. Students who are accepted into one of the nursing doctoral programs are automatically considered for placement in our graduate statistics course. Learn more about the statistical course requirement for graduate students.
Loan Program
Mercer University is pleased to receive Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) funding through the Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NFLP). This funding is available to qualified nursing students enrolled in graduate education which includes coursework in nursing education. Funding can be applied towards tuition and fees. Applicants interested in this option are encouraged to contact Dr. Tammy Barbe, associate dean for graduate programs, at (678) 547-6741 or barbe_td@mercer.edu.