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DNP to PhD Overview

Fall 2026 Application Period Open Until June 15, 2026

The Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing offers a Doctor of Philosophy with Major in Nursing (PhD) degree program and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree program. The doctoral programs are grounded in the philosophy of caring and focus on the integration and application of advanced nursing research for improved nursing practice and betterment of humankind.

The graduate of the Doctor of Philosophy with Major in Nursing (PhD) degree program is expected to expand nursing knowledge and theory and directly impact the health of clients and communities. The focus of the PhD program is to prepare nurses as scholars in conducting nursing research about practice problems and creating innovative responses to practice issues.

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Gerardo Guzman

Joseph Lotito

Graduate Advisor III

Phone:Ìý Ìý 561-297-1109

Fax: 561-297-0088

lotitoj@health.fau.edu

Office Hours: M-F / 8:30am - 5:00pm

Office Location: NU 116A

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Howard Butcher

Dr. Howard Butcher

Director, PhD in Nursing Program

Phone:Ìý 561-297-2659

hbutcher@health.fau.edu

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Additional Information
Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing’s academic programs are nationally ranked and grounded in a holistic, caring-based philosophy.
Address
777 Glades Road
Boca Raton, FL 33431