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DNP Nursing (MSN to DNP) at University of Nevada, Reno

University of Nevada, Reno, United States

Programme overview

The MSN-to-DNP pathway is a fully online terminal degree for MSN-prepared nurses who want to expand leadership skills, enhance their practice or add a new specialty, preparing clinician scholars to translate evidence-based practice into improved patient outcomes across systems. It is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Faculty: Orvis School of Nursing  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: Reno, NV, United States

What you will study

Specializations are Advanced Clinical Practice and Leadership (for those already prepared as an APRN), Clinical Education Leadership (for nurse educators), Health Policy and Nurse Executive. Students self-place for the residency component.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared to lead healthcare teams, design and evaluate practice innovations and drive change in healthcare systems and policy.

Official programme page

Application information

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: March 1 (Fall); October 1 (Spring); March 1 (Summer)

Apply through the official page: https://www.unr.edu/grad/apply

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