Program Overview
Here’s a high-level look at our online DNP
Become the healthcare change-maker you’ve always wanted to be with the online Doctor of Nursing Practice from Millersville University. Develop strategic leadership expertise to transform the systems you work within and foster an environment that champions elevated patient care.
Prepare to influence policy and transform healthcare systems with practical experience that translates to a real impact in healthcare settings. Harness the data and research to drive decisions for system-wide improvement while discovering approaches to promote consistent and equitable care for diverse populations. Supportive faculty—who are all healthcare practitioners—will guide you through the 100% online coursework and share their expertise to help you develop as a leader in the field.
Learning outcomes:
- Exhibit a spirit of inquiry through formulating evidence-based proposals that enhance nursing practice and healthcare delivery
- Lead others toward accountability to self through engagement in self-care and commitment to lifelong learning
- Implement changes in healthcare delivery practices based on knowledge of the impacts of environmental, fiscal, societal and other factors to improve healthcare outcomes
- Demonstrate respect for all individuals and population by integrating cultural diversity, inclusivity, ethical standards, social justice and a global perspective in the provision of care
- Hone your ability as a leader to initiate and guide change in complex environments
- Exhibit a spirit of inquiry through formulating evidence-based proposals that enhance nursing practice and healthcare delivery
- Lead others toward accountability to self through engagement in self-care and commitment to lifelong learning
- Implement changes in healthcare delivery practices based on knowledge of the impacts of environmental, fiscal, societal and other factors to improve healthcare outcomes
- Demonstrate respect for all individuals and population by integrating cultural diversity, inclusivity, ethical standards, social justice and a global perspective in the provision of care
- Hone your ability as a leader to initiate and guide change in complex environments
Career opportunities:
- Nursing Faculty
- Health Care Policy Specialist
- Nursing Director
- Chief Nursing Officer
- Nursing Faculty
- Health Care Policy Specialist
- Nursing Director
- Chief Nursing Officer
Also available:
Millersville University offers a variety of affordable nursing programs in a flexible online format. Explore our full range of online nursing programs.
Accreditation
The Millersville University RN-BSN (delivered via distance education), Master’s Degree in Nursing (Nurse Educator, Nurse Leader, School Nurse, and Nursing Informatics tracks delivered via distance education), Post-Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Nurse Educator, Nurse Leader, School Nurse, and Nursing Informatics tracks delivered via distance education), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (delivered via distance education) Programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA) located at 2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20037. 202-909-2487.
Tuition
Earn your DNP online and on budget
Millersville University offers accessible and affordable online nursing programs. Take advantage of affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition for our Doctor of Nursing Practice.
Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
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DNP | $711 | $2,133 | $25,596 |
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Find the apply and start dates that fit your schedule
Millersville online programs are flexible and convenient, offering multiple start dates per year. View the calendar to choose your start date and review the corresponding deadlines.
7-week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due |
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Fall 1 | 8/26/24 | 8/16/24 | 8/20/24 | 8/26/24 | 8/26/24 |
Spring 1 | 1/21/25 | 1/10/25 | 1/14/25 | 1/21/25 | 1/21/25 |
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Admissions
Key steps for admission to our online DNP
Review our streamlined admission process for this online DNP program. Requirements for the Doctor of Nursing Practice include:
- Complete the online application and submit application fee(s)
- Official transcript(s) from all previous colleges or universities attended
- Active RN license in Pennsylvania or in the state where clinical practice or internship is to be arranged
- Minimum GPA of 3.50 in MSN or MPH (with a BSN)
- MSN should be from a CCNE-, ACEN- or CNEA-accredited school and MPH should be from a regionally accredited university
- Two letters of recommendation
- One statement of intent
- Three to five page writing sample defining a specific issue or problem in nursing practices (APA 7th edition with references)
- Minimum of two years of clinical experience in nursing
- Interview with program coordinator of nursing program
- MU will establish two times each week when interviews will be held. Once you are notified that your application is complete, you will be provided a link to schedule a 20-minute interview. An admission decision will be made immediately following the interview.
- MU assumes all materials will be submitted at least one week in advance of the interview, allowing the University to make an immediate decision afterward. Interviews can be scheduled with incomplete applications, but the admission decision will be delayed until all outstanding materials are submitted.
Provide the additional documents listed below with your completed application:
- Current resume or curriculum vitae (include all clinical experience to date)
- Copy of your RN license (include state where licensure is held, RN number and expiration date)
Instructions for Document Submission
Applicants can submit transcripts/documents to:
Email: [email protected]
Mail:
Millersville University
c/o Graduate Admissions
PO Box 1002
Millersville, PA 17551
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS:
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Active RN license
- Two years of clinical nursing experience
Courses
Quality coursework—the foundation of our online DNP
Students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice must complete a total of 36 credit hours and 330 clinical hours.
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