Dr. Rita Secola

Assistant Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Rita Secola. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Rita Secola is an Associate Adjunct Professor at the Joe C. Wen School of Nursing, University of California, Los Angeles. She holds a PhD in Nursing from the University of California and has extensive experience in pediatric oncology nursing. Secola has actively contributed to the field through various publications addressing cancer treatment and the experiences of children and adolescents suffering from cancer. Her research interests lie in pediatric hematology, targeted therapy, and patient management of high-risk neuroblastoma. In addition to her academic role, she is the Clinical Services Director at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, where she oversees nursing and clinical services. Secola's dedication has led her to receive numerous awards and honors for her leadership and contributions to pediatric nursing. She has also been involved in multiple funded research projects aimed at improving care for childhood cancer patients, demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing the field of nursing within pediatric oncology.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.