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Doctor of Nursing Practice (Post-MSN DNP)

Earn a post-master's DNP, the highest possible degree in professional nursing practice. The DNP curriculum emphasizes core leadership courses in public policy advocacy, improving organizational effectiveness, health informatics and financial and business management; and, scientific inquiry based on translational science and evidenced-based practice, population health and advanced specialty clinical practice. This program is designed for nurses who already hold a master’s degree in nursing. Post MSN nurses can choose from leadership tracks in Advanced Practice Leadership (APL), Executive Administrative Management (EAM), or Public Health Nurse Leader (PHL). Part-time and full-time study options are available. For post-baccalaureate nurses we offer a BSN to DNP degree program.

 

 

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Program at a glance

Requirements

  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from a CCNE, ACEN or NLNAC accredited program
  • Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Texas or compact license with multi-state privileges
  • Proof of current national certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (for Advanced Practice Leadership track only)
  • Three professional references
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  • Cohort Stats Fall '18

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Application Deadlines

  • Fall 2021 Application Deadline: April 1

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