Doctor of Nursing Practice

The UNCG School of Nursing offers an accredited Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program designed for nurses seeking advanced clinical and leadership roles. UNCG’s DNP degree features three specialized concentrations: Nurse Anesthesia, Post-Master’s, and Adult-Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP). The Nurse Anesthesia Concentration equips students with the skills to deliver safe, high-quality anesthesia care in diverse clinical environments. The Post-Master’s Concentration focuses on healthcare quality improvement, efficiency, and patient outcomes. The AGPCNP Concentration trains graduates to provide comprehensive primary care and advanced clinical services for adults and older adults. UNCG’s DNP degree can help you advance your nursing career and improve healthcare delivery.

Why Choose UNCG for Your DNP Degree?

Ranked in the Top 50 among the best DNP programs by U.S. News & World Report, our program boasts high employment rates for our graduates thanks to the strong healthcare community partnerships the UNCG School of Nursing has cultivated over decades as a leader in nursing education in North Carolina. Students benefit from access to state-of-the-art classrooms and simulation laboratories, such as the modern and innovative Union Square Campus, affordable tuition and fees, and scholarships that make higher education accessible. Small classes led by nationally recognized faculty ensure personalized attention and mentorship, while hands-on experiential learning opportunities with experts provide valuable practical skills and insights.

• The School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• The School of Nursing is recognized by the National League for Nursing as a Center for Excellence in Nursing Education.
• Graduates become leaders in the nursing profession.
• Our school offers the latest and innovative classrooms, laboratories, and simulation centers.

DNP NURSING Student support and Flexibility

UNCG’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program offers small class sizes led by expert nursing faculty, providing students with personal attention and strong mentorship. The program features flexible study plans, including both full-time and part-time options, and allows up to seven years to finish your degree. Many DNP courses are available online and can be completed on your own schedule. On-campus resources include quiet study spaces and the UNCG library. Students also benefit from advanced simulation labs for hands-on training in different nursing specialties. This supportive and flexible DNP program at UNCG helps nurses advance their careers while balancing school and life.

• Small classes taught by nationally recognized faculty.
• Dedicated, assigned faculty advisors and other support resources.
• Many diadactic courses are online and asynchronous (students access course materials on their own time but must adhere to the instructor’s deadlines). Dedicated study areas and the UNCG library are available for those students who wish to study on campus.
• Full and part-time plans of study for some degree pathways. Students have up to seven (7) years to complete their degrees. 
• Access to multiple state-of-the-art simulation facilities customized for specific specialties.

Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree Outcomes

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is the highest practice-focused degree in nursing, equipping nurses with advanced clinical skills and expertise in healthcare systems, policy, education, and leadership.

• UNCG School of Nursing graduates are employed in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, outpatient surgical centers, medical clinics, and office-based practices.
• Graduates serve as faculty, mentors, and preceptors to other graduate students.