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Graduate Programs - Admissions
The UB School of Nursing offers a comprehensive range of graduate-level programs, including a PhD in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our programs are designed to prepare nursing leaders for high-impact careers in academia, clinical practice and research.
- The School of Nursing reserves the right to change admission and program criteria to meet prevailing accreditation and registration requirements.
- Students who have been dismissed from other nursing programs are not eligible for admission.
- An interview is required for all graduate programs as part of the review process. Qualified applicants will be notified of interview via email.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing
| Program | Term | Open | Close |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post-MS DNP | Spring 2026 | 09/01/2025 | 01/04/2025 |
| DNP: CRNA | Summer 2026 | 07/15/2025 | 09/04/2025 |
| DNP: AGNP, FNP, PMHNP | Summer 2026 | 10/01/2025 | 04/01/2026 |
| PhD | Fall 2026 | 09/15/2025 | 04/01/2026 |
| DNP: AGNP, FNP, PMHNP | Fall 2026 | 10/01/2025 | 6/15/2026 |
| Post-MS DNP | Fall 2026 | 01/15/2026 | 6/15/2026 |
All documents must be received by the deadline.
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