Estimated Funding Package for the PhD Program

Financial Support

Columbia University School of Nursing provides three years (eight semesters) of funding for tuition, related fees, health insurance, and a stipend to PhD students.

2021-2022 PhD Program Funding Package (Projected) for Full-Time Students

Tuition and Fees: covered 

Health Insurance: covered

Stipend: $41,520 annual 

2021-2022 Estimated PhD Program Costs 

Tuition and Fees: $44,496

Health Insurance: $4,606

Room and Board: $26,686

Transportation: $1,397

International Students

Beginning in Fall 2021, Columbia Nursing will fund international PhD students. Funding includes tuition and fees, Student Health Services health insurance, and a stipend. International applicants are encouraged to visit the Columbia University International Students & Scholars Office for information about housing, Visas, and other topics.