Springfield,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctor of Nursing Practice in Springfield United States | University of Illinois Springfield
University of Illinois Springfield
|
Springfield United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
12,272
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program equips nursing professionals with advanced expertise for top-tier clinical and leadership roles beyond foundational training. This doctoral degree focuses on enhancing healthcare outcomes through various approaches: direct patient care, population health management, organizational leadership, and health policy development. DNP graduates qualify for diverse positions, including clinical roles (such as nurse practitioners or midwives) and system-oriented positions (like healthcare administration or policy-making), often combining these responsibilities.
UIC's DNP curriculum builds expertise across three key areas for advanced clinical or systems practice: foundational competencies, specialized skills, and role-specific capabilities. We aim to transform nursing professionals into research-driven, collaborative healthcare providers equipped to address evolving industry demands.
Upon graduating from the DNP program, you will gain the ability to:
Apply specialized nursing expertise at the doctoral level
Bridge research and policy to shape healthcare systems
Adopt research-backed methods to enhance care quality and equity
Utilize strategic leadership to strengthen nursing impact and healthcare results
Establish cross-sector partnerships for novel care solutions
Exercise financial stewardship in nursing operations and planning
Combine technological solutions with clinical expertise to expand care access and quality
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Students must have completed a master's degree. Students must complete an application to the university and have official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended submitted to the Office of Admission. Full admission to graduate studies may be granted to students who have earned a baccalaureate degree with a minimum undergraduate grade-point average of 2.50 on a 4.00 scale from any institution of higher education regionally accredited by the North Central Association or any of the seven regional accrediting organizations
English proficiency requirement
TOEFL IBT - 79
IELTS Academic - 6.0
PTE - 50
Applicants pursuing DNP degree will choose one of the following entry routes
PostBaccalaureate BSN to DNP
PostMasters
PostMasters with New Specialty
DNP transition RN nonBSNThe PostMasters curriculum builds on direct care or systemsfocused competencies that were previously acquired through formal coursework leading to a Master of Science degree in NursingPostMasters applicants who would like to acquire a new role such as an administrator adding the Family Nurse Practitioner option will need to complete additional courses and practicum in the selected area of role specialization Courses are generally taught in a blended curriculum requiring online and classroom sessions The DNP transition RN nonBSN is a route of entry for students with an RN license and a bachelors degree in a field other than nursing DNP transition students are required to take an additional 1 to 4 courses during the first FallSpring semesters following admission to the College of Nursing and before beginning any coursework in the DNP degree
English proficiency requirement
TOEFL IBT - 79
IELTS Academic - 6.0
PTE - 50
Applicants pursuing DNP degree will choose one of the following entry routes
PostBaccalaureate BSN to DNP
PostMasters
PostMasters with New Specialty
DNP transition RN nonBSNThe PostMasters curriculum builds on direct care or systemsfocused competencies that were previously acquired through formal coursework leading to a Master of Science degree in NursingPostMasters applicants who would like to acquire a new role such as an administrator adding the Family Nurse Practitioner option will need to complete additional courses and practicum in the selected area of role specialization Courses are generally taught in a blended curriculum requiring online and classroom sessions The DNP transition RN nonBSN is a route of entry for students with an RN license and a bachelors degree in a field other than nursing DNP transition students are required to take an additional 1 to 4 courses during the first FallSpring semesters following admission to the College of Nursing and before beginning any coursework in the DNP degree
Tuition
USD
12,272