The University of California San Francisco (UCSF) is committed to serve a diverse and inclusive graduate student population. Diversity refers to the variety of experiences and perspectives that arise from differences in race, culture, religion, mental or physical capabilities, heritage, age, gender, sexual orientation, and other characteristics. UCSF values diversity because it enhances the educational experience, the workplace, and services provided by this campus to the public.
The Program Admissions Committee finds that subjective information provided by an applicant can assist them in developing a better understanding of the applicant as an individual.
A comprehensive well-written goal statement is an essential component of a successful doctoral application.
The goal statement essay is used as a source of information and as a sample of your writing ability. You should focus on your professional goals and how you envision these goals can be achieved through doctoral study at UCSF. The goal statement should:
• Clearly describe your rationale for applying to the DNP program;
• Indicate your particular area of scholarly interest, and include any related clinical, teaching or research experience;
• Show congruence of your professional goals and scholarly interest with the program’s goals and resources;
• Address future career goals and contributions you expect to make to nursing after completing the DNP degree program.
Your submitted Goal Statement should be no more than 750 words double spaced and typewritten. Please include your full legal name and page number at the top of each page. Upload the document, only in PDF format. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is strictly prohibited in the completion of this statement. This includes the use of AI-generated text, as well as the use of AI tools or software.