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Wilmington University’s flexible and affordable DNP 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 surprisingly affordable tuition, WilmU's DNP program is an ideal choice for busy nurse leaders.
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Doctorally-prepared DNP 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.
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WilmU’s DNP 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.
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In addition to the traditional DNP pathway (with a choice of Advanced Practice or Leadership), WilmU also offers:
  • Two BSN to DNP tracks (Family Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner)
  • An accelerated MSN to DNP Pathway
  • A DNP + MBA in Health Care Administration
  • A DNP + M.S. in Management in Health Care Administration
  • A Ph.D. to DNP Pathway
  • A DNP + Graduate Certificate in a choice of five specialties
Note: For the dual-degree options of DNP + MBA or M.S. in Management, candidates must first be accepted into the DNP 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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DNP Program Snapshot**

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28 months to complete
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11 courses required
7-week classes
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100% online options
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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

call iconI 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."

— Dr. Raymond N., Doctor of Nursing Practice

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**Snapshot based on Traditional DNP degree pathway, which includes 500 experiential academic engagement hours for advanced practice nurses and 1,000 hours for nurse leaders. Advanced Practice nurses take 11 courses, which can be completed in either 20 or 28 months. Nurse leaders take 15 courses, which can be completed in 28 months.
Note: Students interested in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Nurse Practitioner, or any doctoral-level programs should visit wilmu.edu/GradAdmissions for more detailed instructions. 
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