Post-Master's DNP

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at The University of Toledo (UToledo) is designed to take advanced practice registered nurses and nurse leaders to the highest level of clinical practice to meet the increasing complexities and challenges of the nation's healthcare environment. The online DNP curriculum includes theoretical and clinical courses to prepare students to lead and develop innovative health care delivery in a variety of health care settings. In accordance with AACN specifications for 1000 academically supervised post-BSN clinical hours to earn a DNP degree, there are 1035 to 1170 hours based on track. 540 hours of academically supervised advanced clinical practice are included in the Post-Master's to DNP Clinical Leadership track. Students who are enrolled in the Post-Master's to DNP Clinical Leadership track are expected to have earned and documented 460 supervised clinical hours in their master's program.

Applications must be electronically submitted by the posted deadlines.

Baccalaureate in nursing (BSN) from an accredited college/university that is accredited by a nationally recognized body for nursing education accreditation is required for BSN - DNP and MSN APRN only.

Baccalaureate degree (in any field other than nursing) from an accredited college/university is required for applicants to the Graduate-Entry MSN program. Pre-requisites: Human Anatomy and Physiology (6 semester hours - must earn a "B" or higher); Psychology (3 semester hours); Social Science Elective (3 semester hours).

Master of Science in nursing (MSN) from an accredited college/university that is accredited by a nationally recognized body for nursing education accreditation is required for applicants to the MSN-DNP, or graduate certificate programs.

3.0 higher ed. GPA (unadjusted by grade deletion).

Submission of official transcripts from all academic institutions.

Personal statement:

DNP candidates

Congruence of professional career goals with outcomes of the DNP program

Rationale to pursue DNP education

Description of abilities to achieve the outcomes of the program

Discussion of clinical area of interest

Identification of anticipated challenges in meeting the outcomes of the program and how these challenges will be met.