DNP Family Nurse Practitioner at New York University

Programme overview

The DNP prepares nurses for advanced family nurse practitioner practice at the highest academic level. Graduates lead interprofessional teams and work on healthcare policy, informatics, business, finance and economics.

Faculty: Rory Meyers College of Nursing | Duration: Post-BS to DNP: 87 credits (16-semester sample plan); Advanced Standing DNP: 36 credits (7 semesters); must finish within 7 years | Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Research, statistics, advanced pathophysiology, pharmacotherapeutics and health assessment, family primary care courses with clinical hours (child and adolescent health, women's health, adult and geriatric practicum, lifespan practicum), quality improvement, epidemiology, evidence-based practice, genetics, health economics and finance, informatics, and DNP Project Seminars I and II. Post-BS students complete 1,150 clinical hours.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The application for our DNP programs is now available. All applicants to our DNP programs are required to submit the following documents at the time of application: One (1) transcript from each post-secondary school attended. We can review applications with unofficial transcripts. Admitted students will be asked to submit official transcripts prior to beginning coursework at NYU Meyers. Resume. A two- to three-page personal statement. At least two (2) letters of recommendation. RN (and NP, where applicable) license and registration certificate. Applicants may submit an application with an out-of-state license, but admitted students must obtain a New York State RN/NP license prior to beginning coursework at NYU Meyers.

Duration: Post-BS to DNP: 87 credits (16-semester sample plan); Advanced Standing DNP: 36 credits (7 semesters

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