Programs of Study
Programs of study are offered at the graduate level. The academic year includes an 8-week Summer term and two 20-week terms in the Fall and Spring. The start date of classes and terms per year are determined by the individual program and clinical option.
Graduate:
- Master of Science - Nursing (MSN) Clinical Nurse Leader
(CNL)
The Master's Entry CNL program prepares non-nurses for initial licensure as registered nurses and certification as a Clinical Nurse Leader.
The BSN-CNL MSN program prepares licensed RN’s with a BSN degree for certification as a Clinical Nurse Leader.
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
The DNP program prepares BSN and CNL graduates for entry into advance practice. The DNP program also prepares MSN graduates for leadership roles in specialized areas of advanced practice.
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
The PhD prepares nurse scientists for successful research careers in academia, government, and the healthcare industry.
- Doctor of Nursing Practice/Doctor of Philosophy (DNP/PhD)
The DNP/PhD provides highly motivated and qualified students with an integrated advanced clinical and research program of study.
The UTHSC College of Nursing is a member of the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Electronic Campus for distance education courses, programs and services offered through many institutions of higher education in the southeastern United States.
Future Student
Contact Information
Program Inquiries
901-448-6125
Justin Casey
Student Affairs – Coordinator
jcasey4@uthsc.edu
Janet Wood
Student Affairs - Coordinator
jwood26@uthsc.edu
Roylynn Germain
Student Affairs – Administrative Assistant
rgermain@uthsc.edu
Admission Contacts
UTHSC Admissions Office
P: 901-448-5560
http://www.uthsc.
edu/
admiss
UTHSC Financial Aid Office
P: 901-448-5568
F: 901-448-1570
Student Fee Information
Online Catalog
http://www.uthsc.edu
/admiss/catalog.php
