Doctor of Nursing Practice - Post-Master's Nursing

The Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice Concentration is available to nurses who have a masters degree in Nursing. Students address quality improvement and evaluate strategies to improve efficiencies and outcomes. Graduates serve in academic teaching roles and clinical leadership positions. Essential leadership skills learned in the program allow graduates to actively participate in the transformation of healthcare systems. 

Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice Program Distinctions

• The School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Consistently recognized by the National League for Nursing as a Center for Excellence in Nursing Education since 2005.
• Complete your DNP in 4 semesters (15 months for full-time students that start in the Fall. Spring start is a part-time plan of study and will take 6-semesters to complete.
• The program is completely online and asynchronous,
• Students have flexible scheduling to accommodate working professionals.
• Graduates become leaders in the profession.

The Doctor of Nursing Practice Student Experience

• Students get credit for advanced certifications and clinical hours earned in the master of science in nursing (MSN) degree.

• Small class sizes with high faculty involvement.
• Student interaction with other doctoral students, including in project development and implementation.

After Graduating with a Nursing DNP

• 100% of DNP graduates are employed in academic and healthcare leadership positions, transforming healthcare.
• Graduates serve as mentors and preceptors to other graduate students.