Department of Nursing
Ph.D. in Nursing Education
Earn Your Doctoral Degree in Nursing Education at Bowie State University
A Ph.D. in Nursing Education prepares you to become a scholar, educator and leader equipped to address the national nursing faculty shortage through equity-focused scholarship and transformative educational research. You will develop the skills to educate nurses at various stages of their careers, helping them build the knowledge and clinical judgment needed to provide high-quality patient care. You will learn how to design effective nursing education strategies, identify challenges within healthcare environments and prepare nurses to address complex patient care needs.
This program is ideal for experienced nurses who want to advance nursing education in academic settings by influencing future health care professionals’ learning, practice and leadership. As the demand for qualified nurses continues to grow, you will become an integral contributor to the future of healthcare by preparing nurses through innovative, evidence-based education and research.
Why a Ph.D. in Nursing Education at Bowie State University?
As Maryland’s first HBCU, Bowie State University prepares you to advance nursing education through a lens of diversity, equity and social responsibility. You will learn how culture, community and social determinants of health influence patient outcomes.
Through this program, you will develop the skills to educate and mentor future nurses on how to approach healthcare with compassion, critical thinking and an understanding of the many factors that impact a person’s health. You will learn how to prepare nurses to recognize health disparities, promote health equity, address the needs of diverse populations and provide patient-centered care that considers the whole person.
Bowie State University is committed to increasing minority representation in healthcare, and you will become an important contributor to the future of nursing education through research, teaching and academic leadership. This program prepares you to shape the next generation of nurses and help create a more equitable healthcare system.
Individualized Mentorship
Doctoral education is built on strong mentoring relationships. Students receive individualized guidance from faculty and industry mentors who support their development as scholars, educators, and researchers throughout the program — from refining research interests and developing a dissertation to presenting, publishing, and preparing for leadership roles in nursing education.
To earn your Ph.D. in Nursing from Bowie State University, you must complete a minimum of 60 credit hours.
The degree program is divided into the below requirements:
- Core Courses: 21 credit hours
- Research and Statistics Courses: 18 credit hours
- Dissertation Courses: 21 credit hours
The program utilizes a hybrid format designed to support working nurses by combining flexible online learning with intentional in-person experiences that foster collaboration, mentorship and scholarly engagement.
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Build Your Career Skills
This Ph.D. in Nursing prepares you for high-impact roles in academia, research and professional leadership. You will build skills in curriculum design, instructional innovation, learning outcome assessment and evidence-based teaching strategies. These competencies position you for professorships, academic leadership roles, research institutions and policy-focused careers shaping health care education.
You will also engage in original research that contributes to nursing education and practice knowledge. Through coursework and a dissertation, you will develop skills in research methodology, study design, grant writing and scholarly publication. Research opportunities span nursing education, clinical nursing studies and leadership, preparing you to generate evidence that improves teaching and patient care.
As a student, you will have access to experiential learning opportunities such as internships, study abroad, service learning and civic engagement, preparing you to apply academic knowledge in real-world settings.
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Career Outlook
After completing this Ph.D. program, you will be prepared for careers in academic teaching roles within nursing education. You will develop advanced teaching strategies to support nursing students at all stages of their careers while strengthening their clinical knowledge, leadership skills and readiness for professional practice and academic advancement.
Meet Faculty and Staff
Get to know the expert faculty and staff in the Department of Nursing. Build connections, ask for mentorship, and receive guidance as you prepare to embark on your career.
Scholarships
Once you enroll at Bowie State University, you will automatically receive a list of scholarships you qualify for, based on test scores and GPA provided on your admission application. Review each scholarship’s requirements and apply to as many as possible. You are also encouraged to apply for private donor, departmental and external partner scholarships.
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Clubs and Organizations
No matter what your interests are, there is a student organization for you here at Bowie State. You have options ranging from academic and spiritually focused organizations to student leadership, Greek life, student government and commuter involvement. Find your people and get involved today.
Community Service
Gain a greater understanding of your roles in the community, as well as the impact of your contributions toward those in need. Connect with others who understand the importance of community service and build a network of friends, colleagues and team members. Together, we can make a positive impact.
