Doctor of Nursing Practice
La Salle University

Program Details

The online Doctor of Nursing Program has strong focus on practice and provides access to environments of opportunities, knowledge and skill development.

The philosophy of the DNP program is to enrich advanced nursing practices by strengthening and expanding a student's’ knowledge as expert nurse clinicians and leaders who develop, implement, and evaluate programs of care and transform health care systems by using evidence-based innovations and technologies and facilitating interdisciplinary processes. 

Graduates will be prepared for practice in advanced roles across community and health care settings to meet the health needs of perse individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations. 

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Mostly Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

La Salle University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.2 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Interview, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Students attend one immersion day on campus per year and defend their final project on campus
  • Students must provide verification of clinical hours
  • Master’s degree in nursing

Restricted States

Wisconsin