Doctor of Nursing Practice DNP
Anticipated start date: 01/01/2025
Program admission requirements
Prospective students must possess:
- An active and unencumbered RN license
- Baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited institution
- Graduate degree in nursing from an accredited institution with an overall GPA of 3.0
- Students with a graduate degree in a healthcare related field and a baccalaureate degree in nursing may be considered.
Graduation requirements:
A minimum GPA of 3.0 for all courses. Completion of the program within 5 years of the starting date.
Degree Requirements
Didactic Courses
| NURS 7310 | DNP Role Transition | 3 |
| NURS 7313 | Healthcare Policy, Leadership, and Ethics | 3 |
| NURS 7305 | Population Health and Public Policy | 3 |
| NURS 7323 | Healthcare Operations and Financial Systems | 3 |
| NURS 7345 | Healthcare Informatics and Technology | 3 |
| NURS 7325 | Healthcare System and Organizational Leadership | 3 |
| NURS 7340 | Quality Improvement and Patient Safety | 3 |
| NURS 7320 | Statistical Analysis and Evaluation Methods | 3 |
| NURS 7355 | Translational Research: Applying Evidence-Based Practice | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 27 |
Practicum Courses