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Nursing (DNP)

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at the 成人大片 is designed for nurses ready to take their clinical expertise, leadership skills, and impact on healthcare to the next level. Whether you're advancing from a BSN or MSN, our DNP pathways prepare you to lead in complex healthcare environments, improve patient outcomes, and implement evidence-based solutions across diverse populations. With flexible online learning options, expert faculty, and a focus on real-world practice, the DNP at 成人大片empowers you to become a leader in today鈥檚 dynamic healthcare landscape.

Advancing Practice. Leading Change.

UNF鈥檚 DNP develops nurse leaders who drive innovation, improve population health, and lead complex care delivery across today鈥檚 evolving healthcare systems.

nursing student standing with an instructor in the simulation lab
nursing student standing with an instructor in the simulation lab

Program Overview

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) program at the Brooks College of Health is a practice-focused, online doctoral degree designed for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) who are seeking the highest level of nursing practice. Tailored for experienced nurse professionals, this advanced program prepares graduates to assume leadership roles across clinical, organizational, and academic settings, including as Nurse Executives (NE-BC, NEA-BC), Nurse Practitioners (CNP), Certified Nurse Midwives (CNM), Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS), and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA).

The program’s 48-credit-hour curriculum builds on master’s level competencies and is grounded in the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Practice (2006). Emphasis is placed on clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, organizational and systems leadership, health policy, and quality improvement. Students are required to enroll full-time and must hold a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), along with a current Florida RN license and national specialty certification in their area of advanced practice.

The D.N.P. program is delivered fully online, offering flexibility for working professionals, with faculty support and engagement built into each course. While students are not required to attend regular on-campus sessions, they benefit from a strong virtual learning community and mentorship throughout their doctoral education.

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at the 成人大片 is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The State Employee Waiver cannot be used for non-state-funded programs, which include the Nutrition and Dietetics: Dietetic Professional Studies, MS, and the Nursing: Post-MSN DNP programs.

Program Contact

Dr. Lauren Boardman

Graduate Program Director
Brooks College of Health

Emily Schroder

Academic Advisor
Brooks College of Health

Program At-a-Glance

Delivery: Fully Online
Credit hours: 48
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Application Deadlines

Deadlines may vary for specific programs and are subject to change.

Materials and Final Deadlines

Materials and Final Deadlines

Fall 

Materials deadline: August 1
Final deadline: August 1


Spring

Materials deadline: December 1
Final deadline: December 1

 

  • Fall: August 1
  • Spring: December 1

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Admissions Requirements

The below Program Requirements, University Requirements, and International Applicant Requirements*, if applicable, must be submitted no later than the deadline posted above. Incomplete applications or those with required materials post-marked after the deadline are subject to cancellation. Once an application has been canceled, the decision cannot be reversed.

*International students must be fully admitted to a full-time, on-campus, in-person, degree-seeking program at the 成人大片. Please contact the International Center for more information.

  • University Requirements

    University Requirements

    Application and Fee

    Prospective students are required to use our online system to create an account and submit an application. The application opens approximately one year in advance and is only good for the term and program in which it is submitted. Applicants who have submitted their application and wish to change their admission term or major/concentration may submit a new application and associated application fee. If you would like to cancel an open application, please contact us.

    A $30 (USD) application fee is required regardless of previous enrollment. The application fee is non-refundable and cannot be waived. Undergraduate application fees cannot be used for a graduate application, and vise versa. The application fee must be submitted prior to the review of an application.

    Current students who would like to add or change a major, concentration or certificate should submit the Change of Concentration or Major form.

    College Transcripts

    All applicants must provide transcripts from a U.S. institution accredited by an accepted institutional accreditor or its equivalent from a non-US institution that awarded the bachelor’s degree and master’s degree, if applicable, and transcripts from institutions where any post-baccalaureate and/or graduate credits were earned.

    All admits must provide official transcripts.

    All international transcripts will require a course-by-course evaluation by an approved third-party credential evaluation agency unless a graduate program has established an alternative credential evaluation procedure that is approved by the graduate school. To be accepted, the evaluation must be:

    1. Translated to English and be the U.S. equivalent
    2. Evaluated course-by-course
    3. Include the overall academic GPA
    4. Be from an . Recommended evaluation agencies: 
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    Important Notes

    • The 成人大片Graduate School cannot request transcripts on an applicants behalf.
    • Unofficial transcript copies are accepted for admissions but must clearly state the institution name, student name, course information, terms, grades, and credits. Degree audits are not accepted. Admitted students will be prompted to provide official transcripts. 
    • If currently enrolled in courses, an incomplete transcript must be submitted before the posted deadline. 
    • Applicants who also have to apply through systems such as ATCAS or PTCAS, must submit separate transcripts to UNF. 
    • Official transcripts must:
      • Must be less than one year old from the date of printing
      • Must be submitted in a sealed envelope from your institution, or emailed through official electronic means.
    • When requesting college transcripts, please verify with your institution(s) whether or not they are able to submit electronic transcripts in the proper EDI format. Institutions can submit transcripts via e-mail to graduateschool@unf.edu from an approved vendor such as ScriptSafe, Credentials, or Parchment. 
    • Former or current 成人大片students should not request 成人大片transcripts. After application submission, the 成人大片requirement will be updated to a "waived" status.

    Where do I send transcripts and test scores?

    Mail

    成人大片Graduate School
    1 成人大片Drive
    Jacksonville, FL 32224

     

    Email

    graduateschool@unf.edu

     

    Test Score Institutional Codes

    GRE: institutional code 5490
    GMAT: institutional code CF3QB51

  • Program Specific Requirements

    Program Requirements

    Specific Requirements

    • Resume or curriculum vitae
      • Nursing roles/experiences
    • Professional licensure
      • Applicant should be active as a Registered Nurse or advanced practice registered nurse in your state of practice
      • Copy of actual license is required
    • Certification
      • Applicant for the practice track of this degree program should be active and national in one of the following roles: CNM, CNS, CRNA, or NP
      • Copy of actual certificate showing expiration date is required
      • Certification is not required of MSNs applying for the administrative track of this degree program
    • Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accepted institutional accreditor
      • Program accreditation by the CCNE or ACEN (formerly NLNAC)
      • Minimum graduate GPA of 3.30 

    The resume, professional licensure, and certification should be updated with each new application unless prior submitted documents have been approved for use by the nursing admissions team.