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Doctor of Nursing Practice (Online) at The Ohio State University

The Ohio State University, United States

Programme overview

The Post-Master's Doctor of Nursing Practice prepares nurses who already hold a master's degree for direct clinical nursing practice or for areas that support it, such as administration and health policy development. The program takes a holistic approach to personalized healthcare for people affected by health and healthcare access disparities, and its scholarship centres on applying translational science to practice.

Faculty: College of Nursing  |  Intake: Spring (Oct 31, 2026 deadline), Summer (Mar 31, 2027) and Autumn (Jun 30, 2027) 2027 terms  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: Columbus, OH, United States

What you will study

Coursework is completed through distance learning, and many classes are synchronous with set log-in times. Both post-master's and post-baccalaureate (BSN to DNP, separate application) study options exist.

Career pathways

Practice-focused doctoral roles in direct clinical nursing practice, administration and health policy.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School minimum criteria apply to all applicants. Post-Master's DNP applicants must already hold a master's degree. International applicants: TOEFL iBT 4.0 or higher (new scale; 79 equivalent on the earlier scale), IELTS Academic 6.5 or higher, or Duolingo 120 or higher. Testing requirements are set by the College of Nursing. Application deadlines: Spring 2027 Oct 31, 2026; Summer 2027 Mar 31, 2027; Autumn 2027 Jun 30, 2027 (same for U.S. and international applicants). Online students are not eligible for associateships or certain fellowships.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Spring (Oct 31, 2026 deadline), Summer (Mar 31, 2027) and Autumn (Jun 30, 2027) 2027 terms

Apply through the official page: https://gpadmissions.osu.edu/

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