Nursing

This practice doctorate provides graduates with the skills and tools necessary to assess the evidence gained through nursing research, to evaluate the impact of that research on their practice and, as necessary, make changes to enhance quality of care. Because this practice doctorate degree offers the highest level of educational and practice preparation, the nursing faculty reserves the right to limit enrollment. The number of students accepted is based on clinical cohorts. Admission to the program is holistic and focused on inclusive excellence. The DNP graduate program seeks candidates whose preparation in advanced practice nursing, scholastic achievement, professional experience, interest, motivation, and references are predictive of successful terminal degree study.

Each student’s application for admission will be evaluated based on a composite of the following recommended standards:

• Nurses with a master’s degree in advanced practice nursing (nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, nurse midwife), education or leadership accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education or the National League for Nursing.
• Minimum undergraduate cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or a B average.
• Resume or CV.
• Verification of clinical practicum hours (minimum of 500 hours for advanced practice degrees) or Portfolio (minimum of 200 clinical practicum hours and documentation of practice experience for non-advanced practice nurses).
• Proof of unencumbered RN licensure before the start of the graduate program. Students who do not hold this at the time of application can be considered for conditional admission.
• Students with a GPA less than 3.3 are encouraged to submit GRE or MAT scores.