The PhD in Nursing is a research-focused degree. There is substantive content and experiential learning in three areas: the conducting of research scholarship on chronic illness scholarship and leadership in nursing education This innovative program prepares the Nurse Scientist Educator (NSE) who will: develop the science of nursing by conducting and disseminating theory guided research in the chronic illness experience and nursing education integrate research, teaching, mentoring, and service to the organization and/or profession contribute to the development of future nurses through discovery, application, and integration.<br>The PhD program is a 52-credit, post-MS curriculum that is designed to be completed in 48 months of full-time study including summer work.