Top PhD Programs in Indiana
Research doctorates in nursing science.
3 schools in Indiana reported PhD-level nursing awards to IPEDS or have a verified PhD program profile. PhD in Nursing in all states
Data last reviewed: October 6, 2026
Sources: IPEDS (U.S. Dept. of Education) / CCNE directory
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Listed alphabetically. Inclusion is editorial selection, not a ranking — see our methodology. How schools are selected
Schools (3)
| School | Location | Ownership | Nursing awards / programs | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | Public | BSN, MSN, MSN-CNS, MSN-FNP, MSN-Leadership, MSN-PMHNP, Post-Master's, Post-Master's-CNS, Post-Master's-PMHNP, DNP, PhD | CCNE |
| Marian University | Indianapolis, IN | Private nonprofit | BSN, PhD, PhD-CRNA | CCNE |
| Purdue University-Main Campus | West Lafayette, IN | Public | BSN, MSN, Post-Master's-PMHNP, DNP, PhD | CCNE |