Doctor of Nursing Practice
MCPHS University

Program Details

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses can reach the highest levels of the nursing profession with the Doctor of Nursing Practice online degree. Students have the ability to customize their degree by choosing elective courses in a variety of specialized topics.

This online nurse practitioner degree program prepares students to deliver expert care, innovative practice, and evidence-based nursing. Courses examine topics in quality improvement and systems leadership. As a part of the program, students complete a scholarly project based on an advanced nursing practice immersion experience.

The curriculum includes courses in:

  • Organizational and system leadership for quality improvement
  • Healthcare policy and advocacy from local to global issues
  • Transforming nursing and healthcare through knowledge management and technology

% Online

Mostly Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

MCPHS University is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Essay/Writing Sample, Interview, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • Candidates are expected to have 3-5 years of related experience

Restricted States

Alabama, Arizona, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming