Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program

Marquette University College of Nursing will begin the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program in fall 2008; the first such program in the state of Wisconsin.  The DNP is a terminal professional degree for nurses in advanced practice and nursing administration.  This degree represents attainment of the highest level of clinical nursing competence and educational parity with other health team members holding clinical doctorates.  The DNP is considered a clinical or practice oriented doctorate and involves skills beyond the baccalaureate without the necessity of an intermediate master’s degree. Graduates are able to sit for certification as an advanced practice nurse in specialty areas or nursing administration.  Graduates of this program bring the “best practices” to the point of service having competence in evidence based care and translational research methods.  The DNP Talking Points and the Curricula Guides should be helpful to you, but do not hesitate to contact us if you need additional information.

Associate Dean, Graduate Programs and Research
(414) 288-3869

Kelly Hillard

PhD Program Assistant

414-288-3869

kelly.hillard@marquette.edu

Karen Nest
Graduate Program Assistant
(414) 288-3810
karen.nest@marquette.edu

DNP Program Information and Admission Requirements

Curriculum (MSN Courses + Bridge Courses = DNP)

Curriculum (DNP) Bridge

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