Application Deadline: March 1

Admission to the DNP program

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program will prepare nurses with the knowledge, skills and attributes necessary for fully accountable practice with patients across sites and over time. The curriculum includes content which will enable the graduate to conduct complex diagnostic and treatment modalities, utilize sophisticated informatics and decision-making technology, and assimilate in-depth knowledge of biophysical, psychosocial, behavioral and clinical sciences. The purpose of the DNP is to produce advanced practice nurses who can utilize skills and knowledge to independently provide expert nursing care in all care settings.

Admission Requirements

The Doctor of Nursing Practice Program (DNP) enrolls once per year in September. Applications are due by February 1. Interviews will be conducted throughout March and April. Decisions will be made and applicants will be notified throughout April and May.

Admission Criteria include:

New York State license as Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse or eligibility
Current professional certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse
Bachelor's degree in nursing from an NLN or CCNE accredited program
Master's degree in advanced nursing practice from an NLN or CCNE accredited program
Relevant experience in advanced practice nursing
Three references attesting to applicant's academic ability and potential, including one from professional colleague
Two page personal goal statement that is congruent with the program goals
Satisfactory score on the GRE
Resume or CV
Case study that represents applicant's level of clinical expertise in the provision of care
Statistics within 5 years
Interview is required

The above information is current as of 9/2007 and is subject to change at any time.