Admissions Criteria for Ph.D. Nursing

The School of Nursing at Molloy University employs a "whole person" philosophy to evaluate candidates for admission to the doctoral program. A multifaceted assessment of the applicant’s potential for success includes the following:
  • A baccalaureate degree in nursing and/or a master's degrees in nursing (or equivalent) from accredited programs.
  • Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale from applicant’s master's program.
  • Complete official transcripts from all university programs and courses.
  • Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the United States and eligible for New York State licensure.
  • A written statement of career goals and proposed area of research.
  • Three letters of reference from professionals in the field that speak to the potential of the applicant as a scholar, to include at least one from a former faculty and at least one from a recent employer.
  • A current curriculum vitae (professional résumé.)
  • A copy of a recent scholarly paper, research report, or publication.
  • An interview with the Doctoral Program Director  and faculty of the Doctoral Program with concurrent completion of an on-site brief writing sample evaluated by a designated Ph.D. admission committee.

Additional information: Ph.D. Program Information