Dr. Afaf Meleis

Professor

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Biography

Afaf Meleis is the Margaret Bond Simon Dean of Nursing and a prominent scholar in her field. Her research focuses on global health, immigrant health, women's health, and the theoretical development of nursing as a discipline. She has authored more than 150 articles in social sciences and nursing medical journals, along with 40 chapters, and numerous monographs and books. Notably, she has written the award-winning book 'Theoretical Nursing: Development and Progress' and co-authored 'Women's Work, Health and Quality of Life' as well as 'Caring for Women Cross Culturally.' Meleis is a sought-after keynote speaker at national and international conferences, addressing topics such as women's health, healthcare disparities, and international health issues. She has received invitations for visiting professorships, conducted symposia, presented keynote addresses, served on boards, planned conferences, and consulted on women's health research and doctoral education globally, including regions such as Asia, Africa, Europe, Australia, South America, and North America.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
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Specialization Notes

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