Top PhD Programs in Missouri
Research doctorates in nursing science.
5 schools in Missouri 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 (5)
| School | Location | Ownership | Nursing awards / programs | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis University | Saint Louis, MO | Private nonprofit | BSN, MSN, Post-Master's, Post-Master's-FNP, Post-Master's-PMHNP, PhD | CCNE |
| University of Missouri-Columbia | Columbia, MO | Public | BSN, MSN, Grad Cert, DNP, PhD | CCNE |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | Public | BSN, MSN, Post-Master's, Post-Master's-FNP, Post-Master's-PMHNP, DNP, PhD | CCNE |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | Saint Louis, MO | Public | BSN, Post-Master's, Post-Master's-PMHNP, PhD | CCNE |
| Washington University in St Louis | St. Louis, MO | Private nonprofit | PhD | — |