Advance your career with the DNP Advanced Practice Program at the Conway School of Nursing. This rigorous program prepares expert clinicians to lead change at the systems level. Students benefit from individualized clinical placements at top healthcare organizations nationwide, while learning from practicing nurse practitioner faculty. The program combines flexible online coursework with immersive onsite simulation experiences using cutting-edge technology.
- Complete in as few as 8 semesters
- Graduates eligible to sit for board certification exams
- 1060 to 1410 clinical hours depending on specialty selected
- Programs are online aside from 2-3 (depending on program) mandatory in-person on-campus experiences.
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Admissions Requirements
Post-Bachelor's Doctor of Nursing Practice Admission Requirements
This program is for students who have previously earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
All students admitted to the program are required to submit a Graduate Health Form indicating their ability to participate in clinical practice.
Graduate applications are processed through the Office of Graduate Admission. If you have any questions about the admission process, please contact the office at 202-319-5057 or cua-gradadmission@cua.edu.
Apply for the Post-Bachelors Doctor of Nursing Practice program now.
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Tuition
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Faculty
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Approved States to Teach Online
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