School of Nursing Home

Overview

This program is a collaborative Ph.D. program between the University of Mississippi Medical Center and the University of Southern Mississippi.

Purpose

The purpose of the doctor of philosophy degree in nursing is to prepare scholars with expertise in selected, substantive areas who will contribute to the science and practice of nursing through systematic inquiry and theory development. Graduates will be prepared to meet state, regional, and national needs for doctorally prepared faculty in schools of nursing and other leadership positions in health-related organizations.