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Deadline: Doctoral Student Discount Summit Applications

Apr 30, 2026 Thursday

Event Dates

Explore nursing education issues and discover innovative strategies that advance excellence in nursing at the 2026 NLN Education Summit, Beyond the Storm: Reshaping Resilience and Recovery, September 23–25 in Washington, DC.

Designed for nurse educators from all program types, the NLN Summit attracts more than 1,100 faculty and administrators. This is also a great opportunity for doctoral students to join a network of master teachers and academic scholars, and to make lasting connections with leaders in nursing education.

A reduced NLN Summit registration fee of $475 is available to a limited number of doctoral students who meet the eligibility requirements. Your registration will include attendance at all general and concurrent sessions. Admission to pre-conference workshops is not included but can be purchased separately. The student (or educational institution) must be an NLN member.


To take advantage of this offer, submit the completed Doctoral Student Information Form with the title "DocStudent" in the Subject line to events@nln.org. To qualify for the discounted rate, all criteria listed on the form must be met. Upon selection you will receive the special doctoral student registration link by email.

Applications will be accepted through April 30. Selections will be made from all eligible applications by lottery. Those selected will be notified by email in early May. Applicants should not register for the Summit until notified of their selection status.


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