Experienced researchers making an impact on health outcomes. Our faculty bring experience and expertise that is passed on to our students.
The PhD Program serves a broad student population – those living in rural and underserved communities across the United States and internationally – because our program is administered primarily online. Many of these students would not otherwise have access to a doctoral program in nursing.
Our students and graduates generate new knowledge that impacts health, health policy and advances nursing science on a broad scale.
Primarily online.
Concentrations in Health Policy and Health Equity and Preparedness.
We are part of a large Health Sciences system.
Scholarship and grant dollars are available.
Faculty leading the field in research and practice.
Application Opens: August 15
Priority Deadline: January 1
Final Deadline: April 1
Admissions considers all verified applications received by the deadline.
Your future is here in New Mexico. Your next step is UNM. Our innovative program prepares you to make a difference. Learn more about our PhD program and why you should choose UNM.
Graduates of this program are prepared to serve in:
Colleges and Universities
Health and Public Health Systems
Health Policy and Health Equity and Preparedness at National, State or Local Levels
Research Facilities
Our doctoral graduates are nurse scientists, nurse policymakers and lead nursing organizations.
At UNM we are a culture of contrast rather than a contrast of cultures. What makes us different makes us strong. Our diverse backgrounds – your diverse backgrounds – enhances our insights and learning. Raise awareness and respect for all the different ways of being and thinking.
UNM is the only Carnegie R1 research university in New Mexico. Research opportunities abound! Whether you are an undergraduate student or a graduate student, there is an opportunity for you.
Not from New Mexico? Make the move to make an impact. Serve the underserved.
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Admissions & Recruitment Office
College of Nursing
Building 214
Suite 1501
1 University of New Mexico
PhD Program Director and Associate Professor
Sharon L. Ruyak, PhD, RN, CNM
