Doctor of Nursing Practice
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
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Program Details

The online DNP degree program from West Chester University of Pennsylvania builds on the traditional masters degree competencies by providing extended education in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, systems leadership, and other key areas. The curriculum is comprised of three components: 

  • The Science of Nursing
  • ​Leadership
  • ​Practice

% Online

Mostly Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

West Chester University of Pennsylvania is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

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

Additional Info

  • The first 2-credit course, NSG 701 Transition to Doctoral Studies, is held on-campus, over one weekend, all other courses are online
  • A Master's degree in nursing in an advanced nursing specialty from a nationally-accredited program.
  • Advanced Practice Nurses must be certified by a nationally recognized certifying agency (e.g. ANCC or AANP)
  • Nurse Educators must hold the credential of Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) which is the National League of Nursings (NLN) certification credential for Nurse Educators prior to admission
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