Doctoral Education for Nurse Faculty

Have you ever considered pursuing a doctoral degree in nursing? Are you ready to take on another challenge that could further your career? Is it feasible with your current home situation to return to school? These are the types of questions that are being directed towards students of nursing who may be interested in a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD in Nursing degrees. Learn more with RWJF free resources.

Doctoral Education Session
Supported by the Maryland Higher Education Commission Nurse Support II Program. 2024 Doctoral Summit TBD

This workshop:

· Summarizes the breadth of doctoral programs in Maryland

· Compares and contrasts DNP and PHD degrees and programs

· Identifies issues to consider in choosing a program including financial support

· Describes how to best position yourself for application to different programs

2022 Doctoral Summit

Coppin State University DNP Program

Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Doctoral Progams

Morgan State Univerity PhD Program

Salisbury University DNP Program

University of Maryland School of Nursing DNP Program

University of Maryland School of Nursing PhD Program

2021 Doctoral Summit

Coppin State University DNP Program

Johns Hopkins School of Nursing DNP Program

Salisbury University DNP Program

University of Maryland School of Nursing DNP Program

2020 Doctoral Summit

Doctoral Summit Welcome Overview

Doctoral Summit Financial Overview


2019 Doctoral Summit

Presentation: Doctor of Nursing Practice Program
Dr. Meg Johantgen
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Associate Dean for the PhD Program
Associate Professor

Presentation: Doctor of Nursing Practice Program
Dr. Rita D'Aoust
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing
Associate Dean for Teaching and Learning
Interim DNP Program Director

2018 Doctoral Summit

Strategies for Success in Choosing a Program
Dr. Susan L. Bindon
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Director, Post-Master’s DNP Program Without Specialty, OAD
‌Assistant Professor, PPEP

The Guiding Initiative for Doctoral Education: The GuIDE Program, is a program to guide and support Advanced Practice Nurses as you consider moving forward with your career development.
GuIDE flyer

The STTI Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarships are up to $5,000 for Second Degree nursing students and DNP students.