Additional Admission Requirements for PhD Program

GRE: Not required
TOEFL: Score of 600 paper-based, 250 computer-based, 100 Internet-based
IELTS: 7.0 total band

1. Current RN licensure.
2. Bachelors degree in nursing from an accredited program
3. Master’s degree in nursing or a related field of study from an accredited program
4. Minimum GPA of 3.3 in master’s coursework.
5. Completed application to both SDSU Graduate School and the SDSU College of Nursing- Graduate Nursing Program.
6. Example of scholarly written work.
7. Interview with graduate faculty.

Total enrollment in the PhD Nursing program may vary depending upon available clinical facilities and qualified faculty. Applicants are selected competitively from those qualified for the program.  Applicants should check with the Graduate Nursing office for application deadlines.