Graduates are prepared to assume leadership positions in nursing/health care, with the ultimate goal of improving health care and the health status of people.  The program is a practice-focused doctoral program designed to prepare experts in specialized advanced nursing practice.  The focus is heavily on clinical practice, one that is “innovative and evidenced-based, reflecting the application of credible research findings”

A total of  34-37 credits (which may include up to 6 transfer credits for prior coursework in the area) are required for the Post-master’s DNP degree.  A Post-baccalaureate DNP entails 71-89 credits, depending on the clinical specialty chosen.  Pre-requisites for the post-master’s DNP include graduate level courses in: Health Policy, Bioethics, Health Promotion, and statistics.

About the DNP Program

Objectives

Admissions Criteria

DNP Frequently Asked Questions

Student Progression and Plan of Study

Candidacy for Degree

Important Documents

Evidence-Based Project Guidelines

Recommendations of Evidence-Based Project Committee