Capella University - PhD Nursing Education

[RNPATL]

Ok - so for those that have followed my threads, I have recently graduated from Walden University with my MSN in Nursing Education. I am now in the process of exploring PhD programs that are mostly online because I am unable to relocate to a traditional ground school and there are no PhD programs in my area that meet my specialization.

Anyway - I have been looking into Capella's PhD program in Nursing Education and have been pretty impressed with the overall program. I had the opportunity to speak today with a member of the faculty and asked many questions. All of her responses were really pretty great. I am seriously thinking about enrolling into their program. But, my tradition has been to post here on allnurses first to get feedback from anyone that might be in the program, or whomay be in the same position as I am and considering this option.

So - is anyone currently enrolled in the Capella Nursing Education PhD? If so, please provide your thoughts. I know the program is new and I am certain students in the program probably have some unique challenges. I am ok with that. I guess I am just looking for your feedback.

For those that may not be students with Capella, but have some information you think would be helpful for me to make this decision, please post - I really would appreciate your comments.

Posting here has never served me wrong and I really value the input from my nurse friends and colleagues

VickiRN - please feel free to post also with your thoughts!

Thanks everyone - Patrick

[RNPATL, DNP, RN]

Hi All - great to see where this discussion thread has gone over the past year. I did enroll with Capella in the DNP program (launched in October of 2010). The program is strong and has a great time investment, but worth it. I am moving on to my second quarter in a 10 quarter program. If you want to know anything - give me a shout.

[lkwashington]

Thanks everyone for the good information.

[shabish, CNA]

I know it's an old post but I wanted to see where everyone was at now and if Capella was what it appeared to be. It seems like more credits than other programs that have distance learning. The cost seems a lot more affordable with Capella. Are there payment plans? Has anyone had problems getting employed with the degrees earned? This really seems like such a great option. I would love to pursue it and would really value the voice of you all here. Thanks in advance.