Wilmington University’s flexible and affordable D.N.P. degree program prepares advanced practice nurses and nurse leaders with integrated clinical and leadership skills necessary for the highest levels of nursing practice.
Courses examine the relationships among health policy, informatics, population health, and business practices in the care of individuals, families and communities. With multiple pathways, 100% online options, and the most affordable tuition in the region, WilmU's D.N.P. works.
Hands-On D.N.P. Courses Guided by Seasoned Practitioners and Healthcare Leaders
Doctorally prepared D.N.P. faculty will lead you as you bridge the gap between research and clinical practice through coursework, experiential engagement hours and a Doctor of Nursing Practice project.
Flexible Program Options
WilmU’s D.N.P. program offers 100% online options for optimum flexibility. Some courses are offered face-to-face at our Brandywine site and others may be offered in a weekend-intensive hybrid format.
Many D.N.P. Paths to Reach Your Goal
In addition to the traditional D.N.P. pathway (with a choice of Advanced Practice or Leadership), WilmU also offers: an accelerated M.S.N. to D.N.P. pathway, a combined D.N.P. + M.B.A. in Health Care Administration, a D.N.P + M.S. in Management in Health Care Administration, a Ph.D. to D.N.P. pathway, and a combined D.N.P. + Post-Master’s Nurse Practitioner certificate in five specialties.
Note: For the dual-degree options of D.N.P. + MBA or M.S. in Management, candidates must first be accepted into the D.N.P. program, and then work with the College to add the MBA or M.S. in Management. In order to qualify for the dual-degree, the programs must be started at the same time. Contact your program chair for guidance.
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D.N.P. Program Snapshot**
28 months to complete
11 courses required
7 week classes
100% online options
3 start times per year in the Spring, Summer and Fall
Application Deadlines by Start Term:
Spring: October 1*
Summer: March 1*
Fall: June 15*
*or until cohort is filled
I was so impressed by how the faculty described the program. Their knowledge and care was evident. I knew I could attend WilmU and get the quality education I needed to move to the next level in my career."
I was so impressed by how the faculty described the program. Their knowledge and care was evident. I knew I could attend WilmU and get the quality education I needed to move to the next level in my career."
