Post-Master's DNP

This program prepares nurse leaders to apply advanced practice skills at the highest level of clinical practice. Students will be prepared to assume a higher level of responsibility and leadership in nursing and health care, with the ultimate goal of improving the health care delivery system of the nation.

The focus of the program is practice-oriented investigation in the clinical setting emphasizing health education, leadership, research application, and analysis of health care outcomes. The program will prepare advance practice nurses as clinical scholars skilled in patient centered care, intra-professional collaboration, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, policy advocacy, and improved use of informatics and technology.

This online, post-MSN program for advanced practice nurses and consists of 33 credits over two years.

Admission Criteria

All required documentation must be sent to the Office of Graduate Studies at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the full Summer semester:

• Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher from an accredited MSN program.
• Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions of higher education.
• Completion of graduate level advanced health assessment, advanced pharmacology, and advanced pathophysiology courses.
• Three letters of recommendation addressing applicant’s practice and ability for doctoral study.
• Current resume
• Copy of certification/license as an advanced practice nurse.
• Copy of unencumbered RN license.
• Description and total number of clinical hours/cases completed in MSN program with verification from program director.
• Completion of Graduate Studies Admission Application and fee.