Lead the charge in life-long learning with our online DNP program

We know what you’re thinking: Dr. Nurse has an oddly satisfying ring to it. But all kidding aside, a doctorate in nursing is reserved for those who feel called to the highest level of nursing practice. And it means you will undoubtedly be a leader among your peers.

Credits30
Cost Per Credit$840
Scholarship

$1000s in scholarships available for this program

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Faith-based

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Program Overview
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Join us for a webinar on Wednesday, April 10 at 6:00 pm CST to learn more about Concordia's Doctor of Nursing Practice program, admission requirements, program start dates and more.

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Healthcare is always evolving, and there is a real need for talented people like you to drive that change. The Doctor of Nursing Practice Program prepares students at the highest level of practice to analyze current evidence and integrate systems thinking as a foundation for organizational change management and quality improvement initiatives to improve practice, education, and patient care in various settings.

To accommodate the schedules of working professionals, our DNP degree is centered on an inclusive and supportive cohort class strategy. The program can be completed in two years. Courses integrate elements to meet the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice. Students complete residency hours in areas of their choice to develop and hone leadership and practice skills.

What to Expect

You'll graduate with the capacity to model scholarship, professionalism, and excellence in advanced nursing roles, while ensuring the use of advanced clinical judgment, systems thinking, and accountability to provide evidence-based care in the area of specialization or in systems leadership.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
  • Post-master’s DNP program for certified advanced practice nurses or advanced administrators
  • Cohort model is inclusive and supportive
  • Accelerated classes in a flexible online format make this a manageable program for working professionals
  • GRE is not required for admission
  • Courses are built on a Christian foundation
Uncommon Scholarships

We have a variety of scholarships available for qualifying adult and post-traditional learners.

Please note: International students (those who were educated outside of the U.S. and/or require an F1 visa) are not eligible for this fully online program. 

Licensure / Certifications
States have established standards of practice for the nursing profession. While at the present time, we cannot provide a particular state’s educational requirements for licensing, we can assure you that we will provide you with the contact information for the state Board of Nursing for the state in which you are doing study. We are currently not accepting new students from Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, South Dakota, Tennessee or Wyoming. Additionally, Washington D.C. students are required to do clinicals in Virginia. Concordia University of Wisconsin is approved by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission to conduct practice experiences in the state of Washington for the MSN/FNP and MSN/AGPCNP program tracks. For more information, please go to Nursing Commission’s website at: https://www.doh.wa.gov/LicensesPermitsandCertificates/NursingCommission/NursingPrograms.aspx

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