About Nursing, Phd in George Mason University
The PhD in Nursing program builds on the MSN degree and requires a total of 78 credit hours of work (a minimum of 48 credit hours beyond the master's). The objective of the program is to prepare nursing scholars who will pursue intellectual inquiry and conduct research for the purpose of extending knowledge to contribute to the health of all populations. Graduates of the program conduct independent and collaborative research, advance nursing science, and provide leadership to the nursing profession.
Total credits: 78
The PhD in Nursing program of study is based on the student's interests and career goals and on the expertise of the faculty. A student develops their program of research through core coursework, cognate courses, and dissertation research
Graduate degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL iBT Graduate- Testing code 5827
- School of Business Graduate: 93 points, 20 points in each section
- Volgenau School of Engineering Graduate: - 80 or higher, no section minimum
- Schar School of Policy and Government PhD Programs: 100 or higher, 23 points in each section
- All other graduate programs- 88 points, minimum 20 in each section
IELTS Graduate
- School of Business Graduate: 7 overall, with a minimum of 7.0 in each subsection
- All other graduate programs- 6.5 total band score
Pearson Academic Test of English
- A minimum score of 59, all applicants
George Mason University Cost of Attendance
The table below shows the cost of attendance at George Mason University for 2020-21:
Fee Type |
Undergraduate (Amount in USD) |
Graduate (Amount in USD) |
Tuition (Full-time) |
32,970 |
25,430 |
Room and Meal plan |
12,090 (On-campus)
12,786 (Off-campus) |
20,400 (Off-campus) |
Transportation |
1,260 (On-campus)
2,334 (Off-campus) |
2,334 (Off-campus) |
Personal Expenses |
2,336 (On-campus)
4,238 (Off-campus) |
4,238 (Off-campus) |
Additional Costs |
1,278 |
1,278 |