Welcome to Emory University’s Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing and the PhD in Nursing information site. Initiated in fall 1999, the PhD in Nursing program is designed to develop nurse researchers who will create knowledge to improve nursing and healthcare. Emory University's PhD in Nursing integrates the science of nursing with emerging and relevant content from clinical research and associated fields of health policy, ethics, and health outcomes research conducting research to address health issues of underserved and vulnerable populations is emphasized as well as the needs of persons with chronic illness.  Graduates are prepared as researchers who will integrate into interdisciplinary clinical and research teams.

By seeking information on the PhD in Nursing program, you have taken the first step toward an exciting career trajectory. Whether you see your future in the academic setting as a faculty member, or as a clinical researcher, Emory University's PhD in Nursing program will prepare you to make important contributions to improving health outcomes and health care. Emory University offers you access to expert faculty researchers, an outstanding academic health center, and the rich resources of Atlanta, Georgia.

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For application inquiries and Emory University information packets:

We encourage you to apply online at the
Graduate School of Arts & Sciences: Application Web Site.

If you prefer a paper application you may download one from
the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences: Application Web Site.

For other information you may contact

The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

200 Candler Building

550 Asbury Circle

Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia 30322

phobg@emory.edu
Tel: 404.727.6028

Fax: 404.727.4990

 

After reviewing the information on our web site, please contact the following if you have questions or require additional program information:

Dr. Kenneth Hepburn
Associate Dean for Research
Professor and Director of Graduate Studies
khepbur@emory.edu

Jean Harrell
Administrative Assistant
aharrel@emory.edu

Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
1520 Clifton Road, NE
Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia 30322-4207

Tel: 404.712.2857
Fax: 404.727.7093