Post Baccalaureate Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse-Midwifery

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at the University of Michigan School of Nursing is designed for nurses looking to lead transformative change in health care. As a DNP student, you’ll learn from nationally recognized faculty, gain hands-on experience in top-ranked clinical settings and develop the expertise to implement evidence-based solutions in complex health care environments. With a wide network of interdisciplinary resources, the U-M DNP prepares you to advance nursing practice and drive meaningful impact in patient care and health care systems. If you’re ready to take your nursing career to the next level and lead change in health care, the DNP program could be the right fit. Whether you’re a BSN-prepared nurse looking to advance to the highest level of clinical practice or an MSN-prepared nurse aiming to expand your leadership and policy impact, our program provides a supportive environment and personalized mentorship from expert faculty. Gain an in-depth look at the U-M School of Nursing’s DNP program through our Graduate Viewbook. This resource highlights our program’s clinical specialties, expert faculty, research opportunities and career outcomes—helping you find the right fit for your goals. The University of Michigan’s Post-Baccalaureate Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program is designed for nurses ready to advance their practice while tackling healthcare’s most pressing challenges. As a student at one of the nation’s leading public research universities, you will work closely with nationally recognized faculty to develop advanced clinical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to translate evidence into practice. Our program offers the opportunity to focus your education within a specialty that aligns with your professional goals. You can select a three- or four-year program plan with web-blended coursework and dedicated on-campus learning experiences, allowing you to balance your studies with your professional and personal commitments. Applicants to the Post-Baccalaureate DNP program may only apply to one program. Available program options include: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner; Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner; Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner; Nurse-Midwifery; Nurse-Midwifery and Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner (Combined).