Apply to our Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program
Our Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program has different tracks designed for big thinkers who are ready to lead and transform healthcare.
The Executive Leadership and Advanced Clinical Leadership tracks are both two-to-three year programs, while the MBA or MHA to DNP transition track takes three-to-four years.
Distance-learning options are available for all tracks.
Admission Criteria
You must possess an unencumbered RN license in your state of practice for all DNP tracks.
Post-MSN DNP tracks: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science degree in Nursing (MS in nursing or MSN) from a National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited program with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on 4.0 scale for both degrees.
MBA & MHA to DNP Transition Tracks: A Bachelor of Science of Nursing from an NLNAC, ACEN, or CCNE accredited program, and earned an MBA or MHA from an AACSB or CEPH accredited program with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on 4.0 scale for both degrees.