The doctor of nursing practice (DNP) will emphasize development of nursing practice expertise at the highest level. The curriculum includes translational research, epidemiology, informatics, statistics, advanced clinical practice, health policy and professional issues. BSN to DNP and post-MSN to DNP options are available.
Click the specializations below to learn more about our program offerings.
Care for acutely ill patients, ages 13 and up, in a variety of settings such as acute care facilities, specialty practice offices and skilled care.
Care includes health promotion, advanced physical assessment, diagnosis and management of health problems in patients ages 13 and up in a clinic setting.
Provide a variety of regional and general anesthesia techniques during one of the most critical moments of a patient's care.
Prepares the student to manage complex chronically ill, acutely ill and critically ill children.
Prepares the student for advanced practice as a pediatric nurse practitioner. Graduates are prepared to independently provide health care for children and families, from simple to complex health issues, usually in primary care settings.
Practice as a dual-trained pediatric acute care/primary care nurse practitioner. Graduates are prepared to manage well children, pediatric acute and episodic illnesses, complex chronically ill, acutely ill and critically ill children.
Prepare for leadership, administrative and executive roles through understanding health systems, clinical operations, and strategic thinking.
A post-master's to Doctor of Nursing Practice program for nurses already holding a master’s degree in nursing with specialization in an advanced practice nursing role, nursing administration/ leadership, or health care policy.
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Nov. 15 - For spring admission
Feb. 15 - For fall admission
Applicants who apply after the Feb. 15 deadline will be considered on a space-available basis for fall admission, provided their application is complete by June 1.
DNP applicants should refer to the application deadlines specific to their program of interest. DNP applicants are not eligible for summer admission.
For a comprehensive listing of merit-based aid (graduate assistantships/fellowships) please visit the departmental financial aid webpage. U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible to apply for need-based federal aid (loans) to help fund their educational expenses as well.
