Ypsilanti,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Post-Master's Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Ypsilanti United States | Eastern Michigan University
Eastern Michigan University
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Ypsilanti United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
22,898
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) post-masters program spans two years for those with an MSN degree. Applicants must begin the program holding either a clinical Master of Science in Nursing as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in specialties like Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), or Nurse Midwife (CNM), or a non-clinical MSN in Nursing Leadership or Education from an accredited institution. Clinical APRN candidates must possess national certification (or eligibility) in their specialty and maintain current state licensure where they practice.
The program features advanced coursework and hands-on practicum experiences, culminating in a DNP Capstone project (equivalent to a dissertation). Classes follow a super-hybrid model, combining online learning, in-person sessions, and alternative formats like intensive one-week immersions or weekend programs. Students should anticipate visiting campus 2-4 times per semester for coursework, program activities, and capstone development. Typically, participants take two courses each semester throughout the year.
Prospective students whose qualifications don't neatly fit either post-BSN or post-MSN criteria will need a Gap Analysis performed by the Associate Director of Graduate Programs prior to admission. Completion of the program requires a minimum of 38 credit hours.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must also meet the following program requirements. Requirements may be more stringent than the minimum graduate school requirements.
Earned a Master of Science in Nursing in an advanced nursing practice specialty from a nationally accredited CCNE or NLNAC program OR a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution, in a health-related profession, Nurse Practitioner (NP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM). (Applicants eligible for their MSN before starting the program may apply for conditional admission).
Current National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM). (Applicants eligible for National Certification may apply for conditional admission).
A current unrestricted license to practice as an advanced practice nurse in the state where practice will occur (Applicants who are eligible for Advanced Practice Licensure may apply for conditional admission).
A current unrestricted license to practice as a professional registered nurse in the U.S. or eligibility to obtain a Michigan license. (Applicants who are eligible for licensure may apply for conditional admission).
Have at least a cumulative 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) college GPA. (Applicants may seek conditional admission with a GPA of 2.75).
Have completed an approved basic statistics course that includes descriptive and inferential statistics within the last ten years.
A telephone or in-person interview may be a part of the admission process.
Additionally, the following documents are required and must be submitted with the application.
Current National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM).
Current license as an advanced practice nurse in the state where practice will occur.
Current license as a registered nurse in the state where practice will occur.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
A two to three-page (500 words maximum) personal statement describing your goals as a Doctor of Nursing Practice prepared Advance Practice Nurse and how participation in the DNP program will enhance these goals.
Use one or more of the DNP Essentials to help articulate your goals (DNP Essentials). Identify and briefly discuss a practice-based problem that interests you. This topic might serve as a topic for your final DNP scholarly project. The personal statement is evaluated based on your understanding of the DNP-prepared Advanced Practice Nurse's role, your fit with our program, and your ability to express yourself clearly and professionally
TOEFL- 79 iBT
IELTS- 6.5
Earned a Master of Science in Nursing in an advanced nursing practice specialty from a nationally accredited CCNE or NLNAC program OR a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution, in a health-related profession, Nurse Practitioner (NP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM). (Applicants eligible for their MSN before starting the program may apply for conditional admission).
Current National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM). (Applicants eligible for National Certification may apply for conditional admission).
A current unrestricted license to practice as an advanced practice nurse in the state where practice will occur (Applicants who are eligible for Advanced Practice Licensure may apply for conditional admission).
A current unrestricted license to practice as a professional registered nurse in the U.S. or eligibility to obtain a Michigan license. (Applicants who are eligible for licensure may apply for conditional admission).
Have at least a cumulative 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) college GPA. (Applicants may seek conditional admission with a GPA of 2.75).
Have completed an approved basic statistics course that includes descriptive and inferential statistics within the last ten years.
A telephone or in-person interview may be a part of the admission process.
Additionally, the following documents are required and must be submitted with the application.
Current National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM).
Current license as an advanced practice nurse in the state where practice will occur.
Current license as a registered nurse in the state where practice will occur.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
A two to three-page (500 words maximum) personal statement describing your goals as a Doctor of Nursing Practice prepared Advance Practice Nurse and how participation in the DNP program will enhance these goals.
Use one or more of the DNP Essentials to help articulate your goals (DNP Essentials). Identify and briefly discuss a practice-based problem that interests you. This topic might serve as a topic for your final DNP scholarly project. The personal statement is evaluated based on your understanding of the DNP-prepared Advanced Practice Nurse's role, your fit with our program, and your ability to express yourself clearly and professionally
TOEFL- 79 iBT
IELTS- 6.5
Tuition
USD
22,898