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    Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership

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    Sacramento, USMSIn-person15 months
    $134,957.00
    Tuition
    over 15mo
    18.75%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    75
    Cohort
    students
    91
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership at University of California-Davis is a 91-credit, 15-month, in-person MS program based in Sacramento, US. Tuition is $134,957.

    About the program

    Program covers model health-care systems, health-care policy, organizational change, informatics, implementation science, leadership, community health, public health, nutrition, biostatistics, epidemiology, gerontology, rural health, and health disparities. Prepares graduates for health-care leadership roles and nurse faculty positions with qualitative and quantitative skills for research and teaching.

    Focus: research
    30 (US News)

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $80,460.00
    Avg starting salary
    $21,370.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership at University of California-Davis cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership at University of California-Davis is $134,957 across 91 required credits.
    Is Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership at University of California-Davis online or in-person?
    Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership at University of California-Davis is offered in-person.
    How long does Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership at University of California-Davis take to complete?
    Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership at University of California-Davis is structured around 15 months and 91 credits.
    What GPA is required for Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership at University of California-Davis?
    Per the program's published guidance: A minimum bachelor's-degree GPA of 3.0
    How competitive is Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership at University of California-Davis?
    Nursing Science and Health-Care Leadership at University of California-Davis reports an acceptance rate of approximately 18.75%.