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About the DNP Program

The DNP Program offers flexible learning options with courses taught in a hybrid format.

The nurse anesthetist program is three years, full time only. In the other specialties, students have the option of completing their program on a full- or part-time basis. The DNP Program culminates in a DNP Project tailored toward individual student interests.

Program Quick Facts

Tuition*

$1,047 per credit hour

Time to Completion

3-5 years

Format

Hybrid

Start Term

Part-time: Fall
Full-time and Nurse Anesthesia: Summer

Application Open Dates
  • FNP, PMHNP, AGNP: December 16, 2024-June 16, 2025
  • CRNA: July 15, 2024-September 5, 2024

*Estimated tuition is based on the resident rate and does not include fees.

Specialty Areas

Learn more about these specialty areas from our program coordinators

Curriculum

All DNP students must complete courses in their specialty area.

Course Enrollment Priority

If a course is offered through distance learning, priority is given to Post-MS DNP students.

Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (Total Credits: 84)

Family Nurse Practitioner (Minimum Total Credits: 97)

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Total Credits: 94)

Nurse Anesthetist (Total Credits: 124)

Additional Information