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Explore Pitt Nursing Graduate Programs

The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, consistently ranked among the nation's best, offers a range of graduate programs to meet your unique career goals. Our programs feature:

  • Flexible Learning – Explore our online and on-campus options to seamlessly integrate your education with your professional and personal life.
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration – Collaborate with faculty from nursing and other disciplines, expanding your perspective and broadening your network.
  • Personalized Mentorship – Work closely with a mentor who shares your research interests, providing guidance and support throughout your educational journey.
  • Exceptional Research – Discover the best learning opportunities and patient outcomes through emphasized evidence-based practice.
  • International Partnership – Connect with students, instructors, and ideas from around the world through Pitt Nursing’s global reach.
  • World-Class Faculty – Learn from renowned experts who are shaping the future of nursing research and practice.

Join a legacy of excellence. Discover what's Possible at Pitt.

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GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Pitt Nursing's graduate programs equip students to change the future of nursing science, delivery, and outcomes—and to change their personal, professional and academic futures.

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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is the highest level of clinical practice for nursing professionals.

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

As one of the first schools in the United States to offer a Doctor of Philosophy program for nursing, Pitt Nursing's PhD program has been a pioneer in nursing research since its inception in 1954.

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Online Graduate Programs

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Online Graduate Programs

Our online programs provide the convenience of learning on your schedule, while offering opportunities to interact with faculty and peers in a vibrant virtual learning environment.

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Certificates

Advance your practice by earning a certificate from a top-ranked school of nursing. Continuing education and specialized training strengthen patient outcomes and open new career opportunities.

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Certificates